Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014

Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is pretty comparable but the S33 (1/3.1") and WG-30W (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

The S33 was introduced 5 months after the WG-30W so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S33 scores against the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Ricoh WG-30W
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Nikon S33
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Common features in the Nikon S33 and Ricoh WG-30W
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | October 2014 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 features physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S33 versus the WG-30W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S33 and WG-30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S33 and WG-30W.
As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S33 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Ricoh WG-30W will provide more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S33 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 16.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.7fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 221g (0.49 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 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 | 220 photographs | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $150 | $280 |