Olympus TG-860 vs Ricoh GR III

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus TG-860 versus Ricoh GR III, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-860 (16MP) and GR III (24MP) and the TG-860 (1/2.3") and GR III (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-860 was introduced 4 years earlier than the GR III which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-860 matches up against the GR III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 & Ricoh GR III. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery & Ricoh GR III Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-860 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Ricoh GR III has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-860 versus Ricoh GR III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-860 against the GR III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-860 and GR III is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-860 and GR III.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-860 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Ricoh GR III will offer you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged TG-860 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.