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Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix AW130 front
 
Ricoh WG-70 front
Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
41

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs

Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
  • Announced February 2015
  • Old Model is Nikon AW120
Ricoh WG-70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched February 2020
  • Replacement is Ricoh WG-80
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Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon AW130 versus Ricoh WG-70, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was launched 6 years before the WG-70 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the AW130 grades vs the WG-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Ricoh WG-70

 AW130 WG-70 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Nikon AW130

 WG-70 AW130 
LaunchedFebruary 2020February 2015More modern by 60 months
Manual focus More exact focusing

Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Ricoh WG-70

 AW130 WG-70 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW130 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Nikon AW130 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW130 compared to the WG-70.

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and WG-70 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and WG-70.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos though you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged AW130 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 sensor size comparison

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW130 Portrait photography info
Ricoh WG-70 Portrait photography info
36
MP count good (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
42
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detection autofocus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW130 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-70 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
62
image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW130 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-70 as a Sports photography camera
51
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
better than average battery pack (370 per charge)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
50
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
weather sealing
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW130 Travel photography features
Ricoh WG-70 Travel photography features
73
better than average battery pack (370 per charge)
environment proof
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
weather sealing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW130 Landscape photography details
Ricoh WG-70 Landscape photography details
50
relatively wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
environment proof
better than average battery pack (370 shots)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
49
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon AW130 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-70 Vlogging highlights
33
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
missing external mic port
33
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
has face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have external mic socket
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Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW130 and Ricoh WG-70
 Nikon Coolpix AW130Ricoh WG-70
General Information
Make Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix AW130 Ricoh WG-70
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2015-02-10 2020-02-04
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 125 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 921k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 7.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings - On, off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Yes (Wireless)
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 221g (0.49 lb) 193g (0.43 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 370 shots 300 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $398 $280