Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
- Released July 2013
- Superseded the Nikon AW100
- Successor is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2014
Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon AW110 and Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe AW110 was brought out 7 months prior to the WG-20 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the AW110 grades against the WG-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon AW110 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Ricoh WG-20
AW110 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Nikon AW110
WG-20 | AW110 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | July 2013 | Fresher by 7 months |
Common features in the Nikon AW110 and Ricoh WG-20
AW110 | WG-20 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW110 has outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Nikon AW110 and Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the AW110 vs the WG-20.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the AW110 and WG-20.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon AW110 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older AW110 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-07-05 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | OLED monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $250 | $370 |