Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus VH-410 and Ricoh WG-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was manufactured 17 months prior to the WG-20 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the VH-410 matches up vs the WG-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-410 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-410 features physical measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Olympus VH-410 and Ricoh WG-20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the VH-410 and the WG-20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-410 and WG-20.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus VH-410 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged VH-410 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.