Olympus TG-810 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-810 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was introduced 3 years earlier than the WG-4 GPS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-810 scores against the WG-4 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-810 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-810 has external measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-810 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-810 versus the WG-4 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-810 and WG-4 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-810 and WG-4 GPS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-810 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.