Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh WG-4

The following is a extended overview of the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was launched 5 years earlier than the WG-4 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SP-600 UZ scores vs the WG-4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ features outside dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-600 UZ vs the WG-4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and WG-4 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-600 UZ and WG-4.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SP-600 UZ will be behind in sensor innovation.