Olympus SP-610UZ vs Ricoh WG-80

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Ricoh WG-80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was introduced 12 years earlier than the WG-80 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SP-610UZ scores versus the WG-80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ & Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ offers physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-80 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-610UZ and Ricoh WG-80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the WG-80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and WG-80 is 79 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and WG-80.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-80 to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.