Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2014
(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
- Introduced September 2014

Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
The following is a thorough review of the Nikon S3600 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S3600 was revealed 8 months earlier than the WG-M1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S3600 scores versus the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Ricoh WG-M1
S3600 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon S3600
WG-M1 | S3600 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 8 months |
Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Ricoh WG-M1
S3600 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S3600 provides external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S3600 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S3600 against the WG-M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S3600 and WG-M1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S3600 to show more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S3600 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3600 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | (1×) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 | 230 shots | 350 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $200 | $2,000 |