Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Ricoh WG-6

The following is a comprehensive review of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was brought out 6 years before the WG-6 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SZ-16 iHS scores vs the WG-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account 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") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Ricoh WG-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the WG-6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and WG-6 is 89 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and WG-6.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-6 to give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-16 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.