Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Refreshed by Nikon S9300
(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
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched May 2017
Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S9100 and Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S9100 was manufactured 6 years before the WG-50 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S9100 scores versus the WG-50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Ricoh WG-50
S9100 | WG-50 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Nikon S9100
WG-50 | S9100 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | July 2011 | Newer by 71 months |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Ricoh WG-50
S9100 | WG-50 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 provides outside dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S9100 and Ricoh WG-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9100 and the WG-50.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and WG-50 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and WG-50.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to produce more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged S9100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2017-05-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $329 | $280 |