Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Following is a in depth overview of the Nikon S5200 versus Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was unveiled 20 months prior to the WG-30W which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S5200 grades against the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5200 enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S5200 vs the WG-30W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and WG-30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and WG-30W.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S5200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.