Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-20

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-20, both Waterproof cameras by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W300 was brought out 3 years later than the WG-20 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the W300 matches up vs the WG-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon W300 has external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the W300 and the WG-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W300 and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the W300 and WG-20.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon W300 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher W300 provides an advantage in sensor tech.