Nikon L610 vs Ricoh WG-50

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L610 and Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-50 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L610 grades versus the WG-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L610 enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the L610 against the WG-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and WG-50 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and WG-50.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged L610 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.