Olympus 8000 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus 8000 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The 8000 was revealed 5 years before the WG-4 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 8000 scores against the WG-4 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 8000 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 8000 against the WG-4 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and WG-4 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older 8000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.