Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was brought out 3 years prior to the WG-5 GPS which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-630 iHS grades vs the WG-5 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS provides outer measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS against the WG-5 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and WG-5 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and WG-5 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged TG-630 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.