Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30
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![Olympus TG-820 iHS front Olympus TG-820 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-820-iHS/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
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.
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Ricoh WG-30
TG-820 iHS | WG-30 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
WG-30 | TG-820 iHS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | October 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 32 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Ricoh WG-30
TG-820 iHS | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and WG-30 is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Olympus TG-820 iHS | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Ricoh WG-30 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-08 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,030k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 192 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 300 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $500 | $428 |