Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Introduced February 2014
- New Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S5200 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S5200 was unveiled 12 months prior to the WG-4 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S5200 matches up versus the WG-4 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
S5200 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Nikon S5200
WG-4 GPS | S5200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | January 2013 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
S5200 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5200 offers outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S5200 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S5200 versus the WG-4 GPS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and WG-4 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and WG-4 GPS.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos although you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older S5200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 lb) | 235 gr (0.52 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 photos | 240 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $130 | $210 |