Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-80

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.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

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.

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.

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

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.