Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Released January 2014
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZS35 was brought out around the same time to the WG-4 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ZS35 matches up versus the WG-4 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
ZS35 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Panasonic ZS35
WG-4 GPS | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
ZS35 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Same age |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS35 features exterior measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS35 versus the WG-4 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and WG-4 GPS is 89 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and WG-4 GPS.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305g (0.67 lb) | 235g (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $210 |