Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-80

The following is a complete overview of the Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-80, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was revealed 8 years before the WG-80 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-4 matches up versus the WG-80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Ricoh WG-80. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-4 offers outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-4 vs Ricoh WG-80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-4 versus the WG-80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and WG-80 is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and WG-80.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged TG-4 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.