Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GR II

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GR II, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and GR II (16MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The TG-1 iHS was revealed 4 years prior to the GR II which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-1 iHS grades vs the GR II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Ricoh GR II. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys physical measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GR II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the GR II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and GR II is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and GR II.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-1 iHS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Ricoh GR II will result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.