Panasonic ZS40 vs Ricoh WG-20

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS40 and Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and WG-20 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was brought out around the same time to the WG-20 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS40 scores vs the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS40 provides outside measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS40 and Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ZS40 and the WG-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS40 and WG-20 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS40 and WG-20.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively.