Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-70

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh WG-70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was released 9 years before the WG-70 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S8200 scores against the WG-70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 offers physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S8200 against the WG-70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and WG-70 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and WG-70.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images though you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S8200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.