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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix S3300 front
 
Ricoh WG-30 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs

Nikon S3300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
  • Announced February 2012
Ricoh WG-30
(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
  • 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched October 2014
Photography Glossary

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S3300 versus Ricoh WG-30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was launched 3 years earlier than the WG-30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S3300 matches up against the WG-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Ricoh WG-30

 S3300 WG-30 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Nikon S3300

 WG-30 S3300 
LaunchedOctober 2014February 2012Newer by 32 months

Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Ricoh WG-30

 S3300 WG-30 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display size
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S3300 versus Ricoh WG-30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S3300 and the WG-30.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and WG-30 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and WG-30.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S3300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S3300 Portrait photography information
Ricoh WG-30 Portrait photography information
40
has manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
35
decent MP (16 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S3300 Street photography factors
Ricoh WG-30 Street photography factors
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (128 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S3300 Sports photography info
Ricoh WG-30 Sports photography info
40
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
45
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (16MP)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S3300 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-30 as a Travel photography camera
66
lighter than competition (128g)
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
bad battery life (180 shots)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
71
environment sealing
decent MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3300 Landscape photography factors
Ricoh WG-30 Landscape photography factors
41
has manual focus
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse mode
43
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (16MP)
environment sealing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3300 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-30 Vlogging highlights
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really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than competition (128 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
33
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
missing microphone support
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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3300 and Ricoh WG-30
 Nikon Coolpix S3300Ricoh WG-30
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix S3300 Ricoh WG-30
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2012-02-01 2014-10-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-156mm (6.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-6.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4 H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
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 128g (0.28 lb) 192g (0.42 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") 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 180 images 300 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL19 D-LI92
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $99 $428