Nikon S630 vs Ricoh WG-4

Let's look closer at the Nikon S630 and Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S630 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S630 was introduced 6 years earlier than the WG-4 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S630 matches up versus the WG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S630 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S630 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S630 and Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S630 and the WG-4.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and WG-4 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S630 and WG-4.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older S630 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.