Olympus SH-3 vs Ricoh WG-4

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus SH-3 versus Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was launched 2 years after the WG-4 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SH-3 grades against the WG-4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-3 has external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SH-3 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SH-3 vs the WG-4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and WG-4 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-3 and WG-4.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SH-3 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.