Nikon L22 vs Ricoh WG-20

Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon L22 versus Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L22 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L22 matches up versus the WG-20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 has got outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L22 versus Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L22 and the WG-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and WG-20 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and WG-20.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-20 to resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.