Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S5100 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S5100 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-4 GPS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S5100 matches up vs the WG-4 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
S5100 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Nikon S5100
WG-4 GPS | S5100 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 42 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
S5100 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5100 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S5100 versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S5100 versus the WG-4 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and WG-4 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S5100 and WG-4 GPS.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older S5100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-08-17 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 lb) | 235 gr (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $200 | $210 |