Nikon S800c vs Ricoh WG-80

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S800c vs Ricoh WG-80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S800c was announced 10 years earlier than the WG-80 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S800c matches up against the WG-80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S800c has outer measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S800c vs Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S800c compared to the WG-80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S800c and WG-80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and WG-80.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S800c is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.