Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Let's look much closer at the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-820 iHS matches up against the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has got external measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-820 iHS versus the WG-5 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and WG-5 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and WG-5 GPS.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-820 iHS will be behind in sensor tech.