Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-20

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S570 and Ricoh WG-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S570 was announced 5 years before the WG-20 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S570 scores vs the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 features exterior dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S570 and Ricoh WG-20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S570 vs the WG-20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and WG-20.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged S570 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.