Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Later Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Released September 2014

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon L100 and Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L100 was brought out 6 years prior to the WG-M1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the L100 grades vs the WG-M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Ricoh WG-M1
L100 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon L100
WG-M1 | L100 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 68 months |
Common features in the Nikon L100 and Ricoh WG-M1
L100 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon L100 features outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L100 and Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L100 and the WG-M1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and WG-M1 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and WG-M1.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged L100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | (1×) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 1.5" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 360 grams (0.79 pounds) | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 350 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $2,000 |