Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-2 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was manufactured 6 months after the WG-M1 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SH-2 matches up against the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 comes with outside dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SH-2 vs the WG-M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and WG-M1 is 88 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and WG-M1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SH-2 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.