Nikon P330 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon P330 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively similar but the P330 (1/1.7") and WG-M1 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The P330 was revealed 18 months earlier than the WG-M1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the P330 grades vs the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P330 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P330 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the P330 against the WG-M1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P330 and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P330 and WG-M1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P330 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Ricoh WG-M1 will offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged P330 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.