Nikon S4300 vs Ricoh WG-50

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon S4300 and Ricoh WG-50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was released 6 years before the WG-50 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S4300 scores against the WG-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 comes with physical dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S4300 and the WG-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and WG-50.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older S4300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.