Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
- Updated by Olympus VR-330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014

Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus VR-320 and Ricoh WG-30W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VR-320 was brought out 4 years earlier than the WG-30W which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the VR-320 matches up versus the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 and Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Ricoh WG-30W
VR-320 | WG-30W | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Olympus VR-320
WG-30W | VR-320 | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 39 months |
Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Ricoh WG-30W
VR-320 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 offers outside measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Olympus VR-320 and Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the VR-320 versus the WG-30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and WG-30W is 94 and 91 respectively.

Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and WG-30W.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus VR-320 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $179 | $280 |