Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Ricoh WG-80

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Ricoh WG-80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was revealed 11 years before the WG-80 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-620 UZ grades against the WG-80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Ricoh WG-80. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ comes with physical dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Ricoh WG-80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-620 UZ compared to the WG-80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-620 UZ and WG-80 is 78 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and WG-80.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files although you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-620 UZ is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.