Nikon P330 vs Ricoh WG-4

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P330 and Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the P330 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) and the P330 (1/1.7") and WG-4 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The P330 was announced 11 months before the WG-4 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the P330 scores vs the WG-4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P330 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the P330 against the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and WG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and WG-4.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The P330 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh WG-4 will deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged P330 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.