Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80
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Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2022
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-70

Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L28 was announced 10 years prior to the WG-80 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the L28 scores against the WG-80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Ricoh WG-80
L28 | WG-80 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.70" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Nikon L28
WG-80 | L28 | |||
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Introduced | May 2022 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 113 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Ricoh WG-80
L28 | WG-80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-80 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the L28 versus the WG-80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and WG-80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and WG-80.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon L28 to give you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged L28 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Ricoh WG-80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2022-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.70" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 280 shots | 300 shots |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $90 | $300 |