Nikon S810c vs Ricoh WG-30W

Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S810c versus Ricoh WG-30W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 6 months prior to the WG-30W so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S810c matches up versus the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c has 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-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S810c versus Ricoh WG-30W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S810c versus the WG-30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and WG-30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and WG-30W.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.