Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(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 - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Announced September 2014

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by companies Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-2 iHS was released 14 months before the WG-M1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Ricoh WG-M1
TG-2 iHS | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+495k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
WG-M1 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | ![]() | June 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1
TG-2 iHS | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features physical measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the WG-M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and WG-M1.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-M1 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-06-28 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | (1×) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 1.5" |
Resolution of screen | 610k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lbs) | 190g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 350 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-90B | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $380 | $2,000 |