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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Ricoh WG-50 front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
39
Overall
40

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Ricoh WG-50
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched May 2017
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S1000pj was launched 8 years earlier than the WG-50 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1000pj grades against the WG-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Ricoh WG-50

 S1000pj WG-50 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Nikon S1000pj

 WG-50 S1000pj 
LaunchedMay 2017August 2009More recent by 95 months
Manually focus Very precise focusing

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh WG-50

 S1000pj WG-50 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1000pj against the WG-50.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and WG-50.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S1000pj
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-50
20
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
41
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography advice
Ricoh WG-50 Street photography advice
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography advice
Ricoh WG-50 Sports photography advice
33
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
49
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography features
Ricoh WG-50 Travel photography features
57
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.9)
71
environment proof
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-50 as a Landscape photography camera
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rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
48
manual focus
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
environment proof
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S1000pj
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-50
28
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
33
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic support
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh WG-50
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjRicoh WG-50
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Ricoh WG-50
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-08-04 2017-05-24
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings - On, off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Yes (Wireless)
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lbs) 193 gr (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 300 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 D-LI92
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $289 $280