Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20
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![Nikon Coolpix S3500 front Nikon Coolpix S3500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500/Nikon-S3500-front.jpg)
![Ricoh WG-20 front Ricoh WG-20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-20/Ricoh-WG-20-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2014
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Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and WG-20 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S3500 was brought out 11 months earlier than the WG-20 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S3500 matches up against the WG-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Ricoh WG-20
S3500 | WG-20 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Nikon S3500
WG-20 | S3500 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | More modern by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Ricoh WG-20
S3500 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3500 has outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S3500 vs the WG-20.
![Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and WG-20.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S3500 to give greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged S3500 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Ricoh-WG-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-02-21 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 129 grams (0.28 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $85 | $370 |