Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Lets look more closely at the Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was unveiled 14 months earlier than the WG-M1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the AW110 scores versus the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW110 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the AW110 and the WG-M1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW110 and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW110 and WG-M1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon AW110 to render more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged AW110 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.