Nikon S100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S100 was launched 3 years prior to the WG-4 GPS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S100 matches up against the WG-4 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S100 versus the WG-4 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and WG-4 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and WG-4 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.