Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Released July 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon S9100
- Renewed by Nikon S9500
(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
- Introduced February 2020
- New Model is Ricoh WG-80

Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S9300 versus Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S9300 was introduced 8 years before the WG-70 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S9300 grades against the WG-70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Ricoh WG-70
S9300 | WG-70 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Nikon S9300
WG-70 | S9300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | July 2012 | More recent by 91 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Ricoh WG-70
S9300 | WG-70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9300 has outside measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S9300 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9300 vs the WG-70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and WG-70 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and WG-70.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older S9300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-07-16 | 2020-02-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.9 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 200 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $249 | $280 |