Nikon P310 vs Ricoh WG-30W

The following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon P310 and Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P310 was revealed 3 years before the WG-30W which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P310 grades versus the WG-30W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P310 has got outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P310 compared to the WG-30W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and WG-30W is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and WG-30W.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged P310 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.