Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Ricoh WG-50

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was launched 5 years before the WG-50 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SZ-16 iHS scores vs the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS comes with exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Ricoh WG-50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the WG-50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and WG-50 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and WG-50.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-16 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.