Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
Olympus TG-4
(Full Review)
(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 April 2015
- Replaced the Olympus TG-3
- Replacement is Olympus TG-5
Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Announced February 2015
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Successor is Ricoh WG-6
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Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-4 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TG-4 was brought out 3 months later than the WG-5 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-4 scores against the WG-5 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Olympus TG-4
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Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
| TG-4 | WG-5 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | April 2015 |  | February 2015 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-4 features external measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-4 against the WG-5 GPS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and WG-5 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and WG-5 GPS.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.
Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Olympus TG-4
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
you can focus manually
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
more heavy than competitors (247g)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competition (236g)
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Olympus TG-4 Sports photography details
Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sports photography details
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking focus
weather sealing
good battery life (380 per charge)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (240 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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Olympus TG-4 Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-5 GPS Travel photography factors
good battery life (380 per charge)
weather sealing
good megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
more heavy than competitors (247g)
does not feature selfie friendly display
environment sealing
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
terrible battery (240 shots)
heavier than competition (236g)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Olympus TG-4 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh WG-5 GPS Landscape photography advice
you can focus manually
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
good sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
good battery life (380 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has manual focus
quite wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
terrible battery (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging with Olympus TG-4
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not feature selfie friendly display
does not have microphone jack
more heavy than competitors (247g)
quite wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than competition (236g)
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Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-4 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model type | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
| Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2015-04-13 | 2015-02-10 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic VII | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 14.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 247 grams (0.54 pounds) | 236 grams (0.52 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 380 shots | 240 shots |
| Battery form | 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 feature | ||
| Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $379 | $500 |