Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-3 was introduced 6 months before the WG-30W so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-3 grades vs the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-3 offers exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the TG-3 versus the WG-30W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-3 and WG-30W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-3 and WG-30W.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you should take the production date of the products into consideration.