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Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
 
Ricoh WG-4 GPS front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs

Nikon L24
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Announced February 2011
Ricoh WG-4 GPS
(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
  • 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
  • Released February 2014
  • Replacement is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon L24 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L24 was announced 4 years prior to the WG-4 GPS which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the L24 grades against the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 L24 WG-4 GPS 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Nikon L24

 WG-4 GPS L24 
ReleasedFebruary 2014February 2011Newer by 36 months
Focus manually More precise focus
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Nikon L24 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 L24 WG-4 GPS 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 has outer dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Nikon L24 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the L24 and the WG-4 GPS.

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and WG-4 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS top view buttons comparison

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison

Typically, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and WG-4 GPS.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged L24 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS sensor size comparison

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L24 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
33
good MP (14MP)
provides face detect focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
41
has manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon L24 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Street photography camera
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
59
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than others (235 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon L24
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-4 GPS
26
good MP (14MP)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
environment proofing
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery life (240 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L24 Travel photography highlights
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Travel photography highlights
57
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
69
environment proofing
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
bad battery life (240 shots)
heavier than others (235g)
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L24 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Landscape photography camera
33
good sized screen (3 inch)
good MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
54
has manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery life (240 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L24 Vlogging details
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Vlogging details
25
provides face detect focusing
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic port
34
decently wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not have selfie friendly display
missing mic port
heavier than others (235g)
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Nikon L24 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L24 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
 Nikon Coolpix L24Ricoh WG-4 GPS
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix L24 Ricoh WG-4 GPS
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2011-02-09 2014-02-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD BSI-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 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-134mm (3.6x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-6.7 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 182 grams (0.40 pounds) 235 grams (0.52 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 photos 240 photos
Battery form AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA D-LI92
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $119 $210