Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80
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![Olympus Stylus 9000 front Olympus Stylus 9000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-9000/Olympus-9000-front.jpg)
![Ricoh WG-80 front Ricoh WG-80 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-80/Ricoh-WG-80-front.jpg)
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Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
- Released May 2009
- Other Name is mju 9000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched May 2022
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-70
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Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus 9000 and Ricoh WG-80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The 9000 was brought out 14 years prior to the WG-80 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 9000 grades vs the WG-80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Ricoh WG-80. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Ricoh WG-80
9000 | WG-80 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Olympus 9000
WG-80 | 9000 | |||
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Launched | May 2022 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 158 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 9000 and Ricoh WG-80
9000 | WG-80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.70" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-80 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Olympus 9000 and Ricoh WG-80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 9000 compared to the WG-80.
![Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 size comparison Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-9000-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and WG-80 is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 top view buttons comparison Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-9000-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and WG-80.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-80 to provide greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged 9000 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 sensor size comparison Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-9000-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-9000-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 9000 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 9000 | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Stylus 9000 | Ricoh WG-80 |
Otherwise known as | mju 9000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2022-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.70" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 225g (0.50 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $300 | $300 |