Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2014

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FE-4030 was introduced 5 years before the WG-20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the FE-4030 grades against the WG-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Ricoh WG-20
FE-4030 | WG-20 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Olympus FE-4030
WG-20 | FE-4030 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Ricoh WG-20
FE-4030 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 has got physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FE-4030 versus the WG-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and WG-20.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus FE-4030 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $130 | $370 |