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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
41
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix S9100 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Nikon S9100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
  • Released July 2011
  • Later Model is Nikon S9300
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Introduced September 2014
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S9100 and Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was released 4 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S9100 matches up versus the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 S9100 WG-M1 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Display size3"1.5"Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution921k115kCrisper display (+806k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon S9100

 WG-M1 S9100 
IntroducedSeptember 2014July 2011More modern by 38 months

Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Ricoh WG-M1

 S9100 WG-M1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9100 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S9100 and Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S9100 compared to the WG-M1.

Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S9100 and WG-M1.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S9100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S9100 Portrait photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography information
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manual focus
includes face detection focusing
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S9100 Street photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography information
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (214g)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
53
weather proof
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S9100 Sports photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography info
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long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery (270 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
good battery life (350 CIPA)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S9100 Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography factors
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lighter than competition in class (214g)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low battery (270 shots)
low resolution (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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good battery life (350 shots)
weather proof
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S9100 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
40
manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low battery (270 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
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megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
good battery life (350 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5")
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S9100 Vlogging information
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging information
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decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (214g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
missing external microphone jack
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high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of mic socket
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Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S9100 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Nikon Coolpix S9100Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix S9100 Ricoh WG-M1
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2011-07-19 2014-09-12
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 800
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-450mm (18.0x) (1×)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.8
Macro focus distance 4cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 1.5 inch
Resolution of screen 921 thousand dots 115 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds -
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 10.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
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 214g (0.47 lbs) 190g (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 350 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 DB-65
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC, internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $329 $2,000