Panasonic ZS30 vs Ricoh WG-80

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS30 vs Ricoh WG-80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was revealed 10 years before the WG-80 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ZS30 grades versus the WG-80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Ricoh WG-80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS30 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS30 and the WG-80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and WG-80 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and WG-80.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS30 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older ZS30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.