Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by companies Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The TG-1 iHS was released 3 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-1 iHS grades against the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS features physical measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the WG-5 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and WG-5 GPS.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.