Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-6

Below is a extended comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 versus Ricoh WG-6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was launched 5 years earlier than the WG-6 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SZ-15 grades versus the WG-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 & Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-15 vs the WG-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and WG-6 is 88 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and WG-6.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-6 to render more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SZ-15 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.