Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20
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![Olympus TG-830 iHS front Olympus TG-830 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-830-iHS/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof cameras by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The TG-830 iHS was brought out 13 months earlier than the WG-20 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Ricoh WG-20
TG-830 iHS | WG-20 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
WG-20 | TG-830 iHS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Ricoh WG-20
TG-830 iHS | WG-20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS comes with outside dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera with 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 dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the WG-20.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and WG-20.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-830 iHS will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $370 |