Olympus VR-340 vs Ricoh WG-4

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus VR-340 versus Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the VR-340 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VR-340 was announced 3 years earlier than the WG-4 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the VR-340 grades versus the WG-4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-340 and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VR-340 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-340 has physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VR-340 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the VR-340 and the WG-4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-340 and WG-4 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-340 and WG-4.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged VR-340 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.