Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS30
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Released February 2018
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS35 versus Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe ZS35 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WG-6 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ZS35 grades versus the WG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Ricoh WG-6
ZS35 | WG-6 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Panasonic ZS35
WG-6 | ZS35 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | January 2014 | Newer by 50 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Ricoh WG-6
ZS35 | WG-6 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 provides exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZS35 versus Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the ZS35 versus the WG-6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and WG-6 is 89 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS35 and WG-6.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-6 to produce more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged ZS35 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 grams (0.67 lb) | 246 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 340 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $300 | $271 |