Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Ricoh GR

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Ricoh GR, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the GR (16MP) is relatively close but the TG-850 iHS (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The TG-850 iHS was launched 10 months later than the GR which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the TG-850 iHS grades against the GR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Ricoh GR. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Ricoh GR Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-850 iHS features outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR has measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-850 iHS versus the GR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and GR is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and GR.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The TG-850 iHS includes the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The fresher TG-850 iHS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.