Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Released June 2012
- Old Model is Nikon P300
- Refreshed by Nikon P330
(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
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014

Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon P310 and Ricoh WG-30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The P310 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the WG-30 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P310 grades against the WG-30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Ricoh WG-30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Ricoh WG-30
P310 | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Nikon P310
WG-30 | P310 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | ![]() | June 2012 | Fresher by 27 months |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Ricoh WG-30
P310 | WG-30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P310 features physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P310 and Ricoh WG-30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the P310 against the WG-30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and WG-30 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and WG-30.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files however you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older P310 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-06-22 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 192g (0.42 lb) |
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 All around 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 | 230 shots | 300 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $700 | $428 |