Olympus TG-5 vs Ricoh WG-50

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-5 versus Ricoh WG-50, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was manufactured within a month of the WG-50 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-5 matches up versus the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-5 offers external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-5 versus Ricoh WG-50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-5 and the WG-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and WG-50 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-5 and WG-50.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-50 to render extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.