Nikon L810 vs Ricoh WG-50

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon L810 and Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L810 was launched 6 years prior to the WG-50 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the L810 scores versus the WG-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 has physical dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Nikon L810 and Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L810 against the WG-50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and WG-50 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and WG-50.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The older L810 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.