Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS40
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS50
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Revealed September 2014
Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic ZS45 and Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe ZS45 was introduced 4 months after the WG-M1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZS45 matches up vs the WG-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Ricoh WG-M1
ZS45 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 115k | Crisper display (+925k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic ZS45
WG-M1 | ZS45 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS45 and Ricoh WG-M1
ZS45 | WG-M1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | September 2014 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS45 comes with outer measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic ZS45 and Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS45 and the WG-M1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS45 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS45 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS45 to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-TZ57 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | (1×) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 1.5 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 249g (0.55 pounds) | 190g (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 | 350 images | 350 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $2,000 |