Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus TG-4 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was brought out 15 months later than the WG-4 GPS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TG-4 scores versus the WG-4 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 offers outer dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-4 compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and WG-4 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos however you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-4 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.