Nikon S640 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Nikon S640 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon S640 versus Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The S640 was released 5 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S640 grades vs the WG-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S640 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Ricoh WG-20
S640 | WG-20 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Nikon S640
WG-20 | S640 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | August 2009 | Fresher by 54 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Ricoh WG-20
S640 | WG-20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S640 enjoys physical measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Nikon S640 versus Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S640 compared to the WG-20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and WG-20 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and WG-20.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older S640 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S640 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 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 display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $225 | $370 |