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Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
44
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix W300 front
 
Ricoh WG-80 front
Portability
91
Imaging
44
Features
35
Overall
40

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs

Nikon W300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
  • Launched May 2017
Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.70" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Introduced May 2022
  • Older Model is Ricoh WG-70
Photography Glossary

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W300 was introduced 6 years earlier than the WG-80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the W300 scores vs the WG-80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Ricoh WG-80

 W300 WG-80 
Screen dimension3"2.70"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Nikon W300

 WG-80 W300 
IntroducedMay 2022May 2017Fresher by 60 months
Manually focus Very accurate focus

Common features in the Nikon W300 and Ricoh WG-80

 W300 WG-80 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon W300 offers outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the W300 against the WG-80.

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the W300 and WG-80 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 top view buttons comparison

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the W300 and WG-80.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older W300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 sensor size comparison

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon W300 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-80 as a Portrait photography camera
36
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
43
has manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon W300 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-80 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
55
weather proof
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon W300 Sports photography factors
Ricoh WG-80 Sports photography factors
49
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proofing
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
43
decent MP (16MP)
features tracking focus
weather proof
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon W300 Travel photography advice
Ricoh WG-80 Travel photography advice
73
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
weather proof
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon W300 Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-80 Landscape photography information
48
fairly wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
44
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
decent MP (16MP)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.70 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon W300 Vlogging factors
Ricoh WG-80 Vlogging factors
33
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external mic jack
31
pretty wide (28mm)
features face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no mic jack
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Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon W300 and Ricoh WG-80
 Nikon Coolpix W300Ricoh WG-80
General Information
Brand Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix W300 Ricoh WG-80
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Launched 2017-05-31 2022-05-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type - BSI-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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 125 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
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 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.70 inch
Screen resolution 921k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 7.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings - On, off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC 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
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Built-in None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 231g (0.51 lbs) 193g (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") 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 280 shots 300 shots
Form of battery Built-in Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $387 $300