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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
37
Overall
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Olympus TG-820 iHS front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Olympus TG-820 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
  • Announced February 2012
Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2018
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Ricoh G900, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was introduced 7 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-820 iHS matches up vs the G900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Ricoh G900

 TG-820 iHS G900 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS

 G900 TG-820 iHS 
IntroducedFebruary 2018February 2012More recent by 73 months
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen resolution1040k1030kCrisper screen (+10k dot)

Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Ricoh G900

 TG-820 iHS G900 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS features outer measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Ricoh G900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the G900.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and G900 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and G900.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh G900 to provide extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older TG-820 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS Portrait photography information
Ricoh G900 Portrait photography information
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offers face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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focusing manually
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS as a Street photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Street photography camera
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
60
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus TG-820 iHS
Sports photography with Ricoh G900
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (220 per charge)
has no phase detect AF
54
image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (20MP)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proof
great battery life (340 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Travel photography camera
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environment sealing
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
terrible battery power (220 per charge)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
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great battery life (340 CIPA)
environment proof
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
more heavy than competitors in class (247g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus TG-820 iHS
Landscape photography with Ricoh G900
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rather wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
terrible battery power (220 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse function
56
focusing manually
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (20MP)
environment proof
great battery life (340 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh G900 as a Vlogging camera
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rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have microphone socket
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fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of external microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (247g)
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Ricoh G900
 Olympus TG-820 iHSRicoh G900
General Information
Brand Olympus Ricoh
Model type Olympus TG-820 iHS Ricoh G900
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2012-02-08 2018-02-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by TruePic VI -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3968 x 2976 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,030k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Flash on, flash off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 3840x2160
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 206 gr (0.45 pounds) 247 gr (0.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
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 shots 340 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LI-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $500 $752