Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20
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![Olympus VH-410 front Olympus VH-410 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-VH-410/Olympus-VH-410-front.jpg)
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Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2014
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Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
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.
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Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Ricoh WG-20
VH-410 | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Olympus VH-410
WG-20 | VH-410 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2012 | Newer by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus VH-410 and Ricoh WG-20
VH-410 | WG-20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VH-410-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Olympus VH-410 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus VH-410 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $186 | $370 |