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Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
 
Ricoh WG-30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs

Nikon S570
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
  • Launched August 2009
Ricoh WG-30W
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched October 2014
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Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S570 and Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was introduced 6 years earlier than the WG-30W which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the S570 grades vs the WG-30W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Ricoh WG-30W

 S570 WG-30W 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Nikon S570

 WG-30W S570 
LaunchedOctober 2014August 2009More modern by 63 months

Common features in the Nikon S570 and Ricoh WG-30W

 S570 WG-30W 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S570 enjoys exterior measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S570 compared to the WG-30W.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and WG-30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W top view buttons comparison

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and WG-30W.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30W to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S570 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W sensor size comparison

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S570 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-30W Portrait photography factors
20
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
35
good MP (16 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S570 Street photography highlights
Ricoh WG-30W Street photography highlights
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S570 Sports photography features
Ricoh WG-30W Sports photography features
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
45
image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
environment sealing
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S570 Travel photography information
Ricoh WG-30W Travel photography information
58
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
71
environment sealing
good MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S570 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh WG-30W Landscape photography advice
27
rather wide (28mm)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
43
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-30W as a Vlogging camera
25
rather wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic socket
33
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of external microphone support
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Nikon S570 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S570 and Ricoh WG-30W
 Nikon Coolpix S570Ricoh WG-30W
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix S570 Ricoh WG-30W
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-08-04 2014-10-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes - Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
External flash
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
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format - H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 grams (0.31 lbs) 194 grams (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 300 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL10 D-LI92
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $180 $280