Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Ricoh WG-30, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was introduced 3 years prior to the WG-30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TG-820 iHS scores versus the WG-30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Ricoh WG-30. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Ricoh WG-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the WG-30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and WG-30 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and WG-30.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-30 to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-820 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.