Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014
Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon S8200 versus Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S8200 was manufactured 4 years prior to the WG-30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the S8200 grades vs the WG-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Ricoh WG-30. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Ricoh WG-30
S8200 | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 961k | 230k | Crisper display (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Nikon S8200
WG-30 | S8200 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | August 2011 | Fresher by 38 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Ricoh WG-30
S8200 | WG-30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Nikon S8200 versus Ricoh WG-30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S8200 compared to the WG-30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8200 and WG-30.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older S8200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 961k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 300 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $329 | $428 |