Olympus VR-320 vs Ricoh WG-30W

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.