Nikon AW120 vs Ricoh WG-20

Below, we are comparing the Nikon AW120 vs Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was unveiled around the same time to the WG-20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the AW120 matches up versus the WG-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the AW120 versus the WG-20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AW120 and WG-20.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon AW120 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively.