Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe XZ-10 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the WG-20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the XZ-10 grades against the WG-20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Ricoh WG-20
XZ-10 | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Olympus XZ-10
WG-20 | XZ-10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Ricoh WG-20
XZ-10 | WG-20 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the XZ-10 versus the WG-20.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-10 and WG-20.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged XZ-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-30 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221g (0.49 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 images | 260 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $428 | $370 |