Nikon L120 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Nikon L120 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Old Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Announced September 2014
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In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon L120 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L120 was launched 4 years before the WG-M1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the L120 scores versus the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| L120 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+806k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon L120
| WG-M1 | L120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2014 |  | February 2011 | Newer by 43 months |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Ricoh WG-M1
| L120 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L120 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L120 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L120 against the WG-M1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and WG-M1 is 75 and 91 respectively.
Nikon L120 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and WG-M1.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged L120 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon L120 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L120 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2014-09-12 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | (1×) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 431 gr (0.95 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" 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 | 330 pictures | 350 pictures |
| Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $300 | $2,000 |
