• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 200.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S5300 advantages over Ricoh WG-20

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    200 mm vs 140 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Thinner
    20 mm vs 28 mm
    Thinner
  • More dots on screen
    460k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.6 fps vs 0.7 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Ricoh WG-20 advantages over Nikon S5300

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 260 vs 180 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 7 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon S5200

Nikon S5300
Nikon S5200
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • Faster shutter

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Nikon S5200

Ricoh WG-20
Nikon S5200
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Thinner

Compare Ricoh WG-20 vs Nikon S5200

Compared to Pentax WG-10

Nikon S5300
Pentax WG-10
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Pentax WG-10

Ricoh WG-20
Pentax WG-10
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Ricoh WG-20 vs Pentax WG-10

Compared to Fujifilm AX650

Nikon S5300
Fujifilm AX650
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Fujifilm AX650

Ricoh WG-20
Fujifilm AX650
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Ricoh WG-20 vs Fujifilm AX650

Compared to Nikon S3600

Nikon S5300
Nikon S3600
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Nikon S3600

Ricoh WG-20
Nikon S3600
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Ricoh WG-20 vs Nikon S3600

Compared to Canon 340 HS

Nikon S5300
Canon 340 HS
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Canon 340 HS

Ricoh WG-20
Canon 340 HS
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Ricoh WG-20 vs Canon 340 HS

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