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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
40
Overall
37
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front
 
Ricoh WG-30 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs

Olympus TG-1 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
  • Launched May 2012
Ricoh WG-30
(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
  • Revealed October 2014
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh WG-30, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Olympus and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced 3 years prior to the WG-30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the WG-30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Ricoh WG-30

 TG-1 iHS WG-30 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution610k230kClearer screen (+380k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS

 WG-30 TG-1 iHS 
RevealedOctober 2014May 2012More modern by 29 months

Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Ricoh WG-30

 TG-1 iHS WG-30 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has exterior dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh WG-30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-1 iHS compared to the WG-30.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and WG-30.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30 to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-1 iHS
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-30
27
comes with face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
35
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
features face detection focus
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Street photography highlights
Ricoh WG-30 Street photography highlights
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Sports photography information
Ricoh WG-30 Sports photography information
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery pack (350 per charge)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
45
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
environment sealing
slow fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-30 Travel photography factors
68
better than average battery pack (350 shots)
weather proofing
built-in flash
rather wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
does not have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
71
environment sealing
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-30 Landscape photography information
46
rather wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
better than average battery pack (350 per charge)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
43
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus TG-1 iHS
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-30
36
rather wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic support
33
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic port
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-1 iHS and Ricoh WG-30
 Olympus Tough TG-1 iHSRicoh WG-30
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Ricoh
Model Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS Ricoh WG-30
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Launched 2012-05-08 2014-10-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic VI -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3968 x 2976 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance - 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 610 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 H.264
Mic 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 230g (0.51 lb) 192g (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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 350 photos 300 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LI90B D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 and 12 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $399 $428