OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Ricoh
GR IV
Latest GR with 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 28mm equivalent lens, 5-axis SR, 53GB internal memory, and pocket street-camera handling.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Jan 2026
GR IV is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
Tough TG-7
Wins
GR IV
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IV has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 1,600)
- ATough TG-7 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4 fps)
- BGR IV has higher Resolution (25.74 MP vs 12 MP)
- BGR IV has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- BGR IV has higher AF points / zones (49 vs 25)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GR IV
109 × 61 × 33 mm
262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)
Tough TG-7 is 5mm wider and 5mm taller than GR IV.
Tough TG-7 is 13 g lighter than GR IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Tough TG-7 · 33mm GR IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV
109 × 61 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV
109 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GR IV
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
340 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Weight
249 g vs 262 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
GR IV
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 1,600 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1
Resolution
25.74 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only GR IV supports it
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
GR IV
Pros
- ✓25.74MP APS-C sensor
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift SR
- ✓53GB internal memory
- ✓Pocketable 28mm GR lens
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No built-in EVF
- –Full HD video only
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Tough TG-7 and GR IV at major authorized retailers.
OM System Tough TG-7
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Tough TG-7 or GR IV?
Tough TG-7 scores 7.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for GR IV — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Tough TG-7 and GR IV?
Tough TG-7 is 12 MP and GR IV is 25.74 MP, so the GR IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Tough TG-7 and GR IV have in-body image stabilization?
Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization, while GR IV has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Tough TG-7 or the GR IV?
Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic. GR IV reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Tough TG-7 and GR IV?
Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g and GR IV weighs 262 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 13 g lighter.
Do the Tough TG-7 and GR IV record 4K video?
Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p. GR IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Tough TG-7 and GR IV weather sealed?
Tough TG-7: Yes. GR IV: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 340 shots (CIPA) for the Tough TG-7 and 250 shots for the GR IV, giving the Tough TG-7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Tough TG-7 launched at $549 and GR IV at $1,499. The Tough TG-7 is $950 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System and Ricoh press materials.