Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-4

Let's look much closer at the Nikon AW130 versus Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was brought out 13 months after the WG-4 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the AW130 scores versus the WG-4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW130 & Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW130 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Nikon AW130 versus Ricoh WG-4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the AW130 compared to the WG-4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and WG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and WG-4.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger AW130 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.