Nikon P340 vs Ricoh WG-4

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon P340 and Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and WG-4 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The P340 was announced at a similar time to the WG-4 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P340 grades vs the WG-4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P340 offers external dimensions 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-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P340 and Ricoh WG-4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P340 vs the WG-4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and WG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P340 and WG-4.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The P340 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh WG-4 will resolve extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively.