Olympus FE-5010 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-5010 vs Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the FE-5010 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FE-5010 was introduced 6 years before the WG-30W and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FE-5010 grades vs the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5010 and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-5010 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5010 comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-5010 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FE-5010 vs the WG-30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5010 and WG-30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-5010 and WG-30W.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30W to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FE-5010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.