Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh WG-6
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Launched August 2012
- Older Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SP-820UZ was unveiled 6 years earlier than the WG-6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SP-820UZ matches up versus the WG-6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Ricoh WG-6
SP-820UZ | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
WG-6 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | August 2012 | More modern by 67 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Ricoh WG-6
SP-820UZ | WG-6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-820UZ has external dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-820UZ and the WG-6.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and WG-6 is 69 and 89 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and WG-6.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to give greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-820UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Ricoh WG-6 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 gr (1.07 lbs) | 246 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $299 | $271 |