Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 98 x 56 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 7010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Updated by Ricoh WG-80

Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the 7010 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 7010 was launched 11 years prior to the WG-70 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 7010 matches up vs the WG-70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7010 over the Ricoh WG-70
7010 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Olympus 7010
WG-70 | 7010 | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 128 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 7010 and Ricoh WG-70
7010 | WG-70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7010 features outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 7010 compared to the WG-70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and WG-70 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and WG-70.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged 7010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7010 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7010 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7010 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Also called as | mju 7010 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 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 | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $280 |