Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-20

Following is a thorough review of the Nikon S5100 versus Ricoh WG-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was brought out 4 years prior to the WG-20 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the S5100 scores versus the WG-20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S5100 compared to the WG-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and WG-20.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-20 to result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.