Olympus 7030 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus 7030 vs Ricoh WG-70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was brought out 11 years earlier than the WG-70 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 7030 scores versus the WG-70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7030 & Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 7030 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 provides outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 7030 versus the WG-70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and WG-70 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and WG-70.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-70 to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged 7030 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.