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Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
18
Overall
27
Nikon Coolpix S31 front
 
Ricoh WG-4 GPS front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs

Nikon S31
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F) lens
  • 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
  • Revealed June 2013
Ricoh WG-4 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
  • Announced February 2014
  • Updated by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S31 was manufactured 7 months prior to the WG-4 GPS which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S31 matches up against the WG-4 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 S31 WG-4 GPS 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Nikon S31

 WG-4 GPS S31 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014June 2013Newer by 7 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S31 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 S31 WG-4 GPS 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S31 has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S31 and the WG-4 GPS.

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and WG-4 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS top view buttons comparison

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and WG-4 GPS.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S31 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS will show greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S31 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS sensor size comparison

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S31 Portrait photography information
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Portrait photography information
20
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
lack of RAW files
41
manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Street photography camera
52
environment proofing
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
lack of RAW files
59
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average in class (235g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S31 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Sports photography camera
25
environment proofing
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
lack of phase detect AF
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proofing
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (240 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S31
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-4 GPS
59
environment proofing
built-in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
no Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
69
weather proofing
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
low battery life (240 per charge)
heavier than average in class (235g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S31 Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Landscape photography highlights
30
fast maximum aperture (f)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.9")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
54
manual focus
really wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery life (240 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S31 Vlogging information
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Vlogging information
24
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic socket
34
really wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic socket
heavier than average in class (235 grams)
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Nikon S31 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S31 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
 Nikon Coolpix S31Ricoh WG-4 GPS
General Information
Brand Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix S31 Ricoh WG-4 GPS
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2013-06-21 2014-02-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.9" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.96 x 3.72mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 18.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 29-87mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 7.3 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes - Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format - H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 185 gr (0.41 lbs) 235 gr (0.52 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3")
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 260 photos 240 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 D-LI92
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $90 $210