Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was launched 3 years before the WG-4 GPS which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ-30MR grades vs the WG-4 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-30MR provides physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SZ-30MR against the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and WG-4 GPS is 89 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and WG-4 GPS.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.