Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS 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
- Launched February 2009
- Refreshed by Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Updated by Ricoh WG-6

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L100 was unveiled 7 years prior to the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the L100 grades against the WG-5 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L100 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
L100 | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Nikon L100
WG-5 GPS | L100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 73 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L100 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
L100 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L100 features external measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the L100 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L100 and WG-5 GPS is 79 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and WG-5 GPS.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to show more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 360 gr (0.79 lb) | 236 gr (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $399 | $500 |