Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is very well matched but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-1 iHS was launched 8 months later than the GR Digital IV so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-1 iHS scores vs the GR Digital IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides physical dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has proportions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the GR Digital IV.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and GR Digital IV is 91 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and GR Digital IV.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TG-1 iHS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.