Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh WG-20

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the VR-330 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VR-330 was launched 4 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the VR-330 matches up against the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-330 and Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus VR-330 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VR-330 offers exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-330 vs Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the VR-330 against the WG-20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VR-330 and WG-20 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-330 and WG-20.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The older VR-330 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.