Olympus TG-310 vs Ricoh WG-50

Here is a extended analysis of the Olympus TG-310 versus Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-310 was introduced 7 years prior to the WG-50 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the TG-310 scores vs the WG-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-310 and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-310 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-310 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-310 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-310 vs the WG-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-310 and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-310 and WG-50.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-50 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older TG-310 will be behind in sensor technology.