Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched March 2014
- New Model is Olympus TG-4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
- New Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Olympus TG-3 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-3 was revealed 2 months later than the WG-4 GPS so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TG-3 grades versus the WG-4 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Olympus TG-3
WG-4 GPS | TG-3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-3 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
TG-3 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | February 2014 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-3 provides 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-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-3 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-3 vs the WG-4 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and WG-4 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-3 and WG-4 GPS.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.
Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-3 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-3 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-3 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-03-31 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) | 235 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | 330 photos | 240 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $210 |