Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Launched February 2016
- Renewed by Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Introduced September 2014

Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A900 was revealed 18 months later than the WG-M1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A900 scores vs the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon A900 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Ricoh WG-M1
A900 | WG-M1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | ![]() | September 2014 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+806k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon A900
WG-M1 | A900 |
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Common features in the Nikon A900 and Ricoh WG-M1
A900 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon A900 features physical measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A900 and the WG-M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and WG-M1 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A900 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent A900 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A900 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2016-02-23 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | (1×) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 1.5" |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 lb) | 190 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 shots | 350 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $400 | $2,000 |