Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is very well matched but the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-820 iHS was announced 5 months later than the GR Digital IV so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the TG-820 iHS grades against the GR Digital IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Ricoh GR Digital IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has outside measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has sizing of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-820 iHS compared to the GR Digital IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and GR Digital IV is 92 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and GR Digital IV.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-820 iHS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus TG-820 iHS will give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.