Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 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
- Launched May 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2017

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P300 was released 7 years before the WG-50 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P300 scores vs the WG-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Ricoh WG-50
P300 | WG-50 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Nikon P300
WG-50 | P300 | |||
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Introduced | May 2017 | ![]() | May 2011 | Newer by 72 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Ricoh WG-50
P300 | WG-50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P300 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the P300 vs the WG-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and WG-50 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and WG-50.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-05-31 | 2017-05-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $500 | $280 |