Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30

Below is a complete review of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-16 iHS was announced 21 months prior to the WG-30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SZ-16 iHS scores versus the WG-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Ricoh WG-30. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the WG-30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and WG-30 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and WG-30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-16 iHS is going to be behind in sensor tech.