Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4
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![Olympus TG-630 iHS front Olympus TG-630 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-630-iHS/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Ricoh CX4, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The TG-630 iHS was revealed 2 years after the CX4 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the TG-630 iHS grades versus the CX4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Ricoh CX4
TG-630 iHS | CX4 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
CX4 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Ricoh CX4
TG-630 iHS | CX4 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Ricoh CX4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the CX4.
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Ricoh-CX4-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Ricoh-CX4-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and CX4.
As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-630 iHS to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent TG-630 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Ricoh-CX4-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Ricoh-CX4-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Ricoh CX4 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-08 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 205g (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" 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 | 220 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $211 |