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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise 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
  • Revealed August 2009
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Revealed September 2014
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was brought out 6 years earlier than the WG-M1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S1000pj matches up vs the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Ricoh WG-M1

 S1000pj WG-M1 
Display size2.7"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kCrisper display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon S1000pj

 WG-M1 S1000pj 
RevealedSeptember 2014August 2009Fresher by 62 months

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh WG-M1

 S1000pj WG-M1 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S1000pj against the WG-M1.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and WG-M1.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography features
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no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
29
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Street photography camera
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
52
environment proofing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography details
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography details
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maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
37
MP count good (14MP)
environment proofing
better than average battery life (350 shots)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography info
57
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
resolution not great (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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better than average battery life (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
MP count good (14MP)
lack of Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1000pj
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-M1
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decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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MP count good (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
better than average battery life (350 CIPA)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5")
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging advice
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decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic socket
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high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
lack of mic socket
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh WG-M1
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjRicoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Ricoh WG-M1
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2009-08-04 2014-09-12
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 800
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) (1×)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/2.8
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 1.5 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 115 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs -
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
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 grams (0.39 pounds) 190 grams (0.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 - 350 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 DB-65
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Card slots One One
Retail cost $289 $2,000