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Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix S32 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Nikon S32
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
  • Revealed February 2014
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
  • Announced September 2014
Photography Glossary

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly similar but the S32 (1/3") and WG-M1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The S32 was announced 7 months prior to the WG-M1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S32 matches up against the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 S32 WG-M1 
Display dimension2.7"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kCrisper display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon S32

 WG-M1 S32 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014February 2014More recent by 7 months

Common features in the Nikon S32 and Ricoh WG-M1

 S32 WG-M1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S32 has outer dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S32 vs the WG-M1.

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and WG-M1 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and WG-M1.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S32 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh WG-M1 will deliver greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older S32 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S32 Portrait photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography info
33
good megapixels (13MP)
provides face detection autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW files
30
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S32 Street photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography features
60
has image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW files
53
environment proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S32 Sports photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography features
36
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
environment proofing
slow fps (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/3")
terrible battery pack (220 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
38
decent MP (14 megapixels)
environment proof
good battery pack (350 shots)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S32 Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography factors
58
environment proofing
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
terrible battery pack (220 per charge)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
64
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
environment proof
decent MP (14 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S32 Landscape photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography features
34
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (13MP)
environment proofing
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
does not have Time Lapse mode
35
decent MP (14MP)
environment proof
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S32
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
30
has image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not good (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have external mic socket
26
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
missing external mic socket
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Nikon S32 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S32 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Nikon Coolpix S32Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix S32 Ricoh WG-M1
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2014-02-07 2014-09-12
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.8 x 3.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 17.3mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 13 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4160 x 3120 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 800
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 30-90mm (3.0x) (1×)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/2.8
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 7.5 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 1.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 115k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs -
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 5.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 gr (0.39 pounds) 190 gr (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 pictures 350 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL19 DB-65
Self timer Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC, internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $180 $2,000