Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh GR III

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Ricoh GR III, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and GR III (24MP) and the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and GR III (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-630 iHS was introduced 6 years before the GR III which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-630 iHS scores vs the GR III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Ricoh GR III. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR III has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Ricoh GR III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the GR III.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and GR III is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-630 iHS and GR III.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-630 iHS with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Ricoh GR III will offer you greater detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged TG-630 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.