Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced May 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon P310
(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
- Revealed February 2014
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe P300 was launched 3 years prior to the WG-4 GPS which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P300 scores against the WG-4 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
P300 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Nikon P300
WG-4 GPS | P300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | May 2011 | Newer by 32 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
P300 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Examine the Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the P300 and the WG-4 GPS.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and WG-4 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and WG-4 GPS.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged P300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-05-31 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 pounds) | 235g (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | 240 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $500 | $210 |