Panasonic ZS40 vs Ricoh WG-4

Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic ZS40 versus Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the ZS40 (18MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was announced at a similar time to the WG-4 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the ZS40 grades vs the WG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS40 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS40 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS40 and the WG-4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS40 and WG-4 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS40 and WG-4.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.