Olympus 8010 vs Ricoh WG-6

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus 8010 versus Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was manufactured 9 years earlier than the WG-6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 8010 matches up against the WG-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 8010 versus Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 8010 and the WG-6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and WG-6 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 8010 and WG-6.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-6 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.