Olympus FE-47 vs Ricoh WG-20

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus FE-47 versus Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-47 was introduced 5 years before the WG-20 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FE-47 grades versus the WG-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-47 and Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-47 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-47 versus Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FE-47 versus the WG-20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FE-47 and WG-20 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-47 and WG-20.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-47 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.