Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Announced February 2009
- Successor is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2014

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Nikon L100 and Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and WG-20 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The L100 was unveiled 6 years prior to the WG-20 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L100 grades versus the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Ricoh WG-20
L100 | WG-20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Nikon L100
WG-20 | L100 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 60 months |
Common features in the Nikon L100 and Ricoh WG-20
L100 | WG-20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L100 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L100 and Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L100 vs the WG-20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and WG-20 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and WG-20.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-20 to offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older L100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-02-03 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 360 gr (0.79 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $399 | $370 |