Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-80
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Revealed March 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2022
- Succeeded the Ricoh WG-70

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Ricoh WG-80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SZ-30MR was brought out 12 years earlier than the WG-80 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SZ-30MR matches up against the WG-80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR & Ricoh WG-80. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Ricoh WG-80
SZ-30MR | WG-80 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.70" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
WG-80 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Revealed | May 2022 | ![]() | March 2011 | Fresher by 136 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-30MR and Ricoh WG-80
SZ-30MR | WG-80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SZ-30MR versus Ricoh WG-80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the WG-80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and WG-80 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-30MR and WG-80.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older SZ-30MR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Olympus SZ-30MR | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus SZ-30MR | Ricoh WG-80 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-03-02 | 2022-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.70" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | 300 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $279 | $300 |