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Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
44
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix W300 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Nikon W300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
  • Revealed May 2017
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
  • Launched September 2014
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Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon W300 versus Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The W300 was unveiled 2 years after the WG-M1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the W300 scores versus the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 W300 WG-M1 
LaunchedMay 2017September 2014More modern by 34 months
Display dimension3"1.5"Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution921k115kClearer display (+806k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon W300

 WG-M1 W300 

Common features in the Nikon W300 and Ricoh WG-M1

 W300 WG-M1 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon W300 offers physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Nikon W300 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the W300 and the WG-M1.

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the W300 and WG-M1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon W300 to show more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The newer W300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon W300
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-M1
36
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focus
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
30
good megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon W300
Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
53
environment proof
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon W300
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
49
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
38
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
environment proof
great battery power (350 CIPA)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon W300 Travel photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography features
73
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
64
great battery power (350 CIPA)
environment proof
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
missing Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon W300 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
48
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
35
good megapixels (14MP)
environment proof
great battery power (350 CIPA)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5 inch)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (800)
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon W300
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
33
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of mic port
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing microphone jack
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Nikon W300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon W300 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Nikon Coolpix W300Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix W300 Ricoh WG-M1
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2017-05-31 2014-09-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type - CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 800
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) (1×)
Highest aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/2.8
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 1.5"
Resolution of display 921 thousand dot 115 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s -
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s -
Continuous shooting speed 7.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 231g (0.51 lb) 190g (0.42 lb)
Dimensions 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 280 photos 350 photos
Battery format Built-in Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 DB-65
Self timer Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) -
Time lapse feature
Storage media Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $387 $2,000