Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Ricoh WG-50

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was unveiled 6 years before the WG-50 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SP-620 UZ matches up vs the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ offers external dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the WG-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and WG-50 is 78 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and WG-50.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files although you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older SP-620 UZ will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.