Nikon S810c vs Ricoh WG-30

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S810c vs Ricoh WG-30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S810c was launched 6 months prior to the WG-30 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S810c scores versus the WG-30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c provides external dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Nikon S810c vs Ricoh WG-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the S810c compared to the WG-30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S810c and WG-30.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.