Nikon J1 vs Ricoh WG-50

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Nikon J1 vs Ricoh WG-50

1 inch 116.2mm²
10.1 megapixels
ISO 100 - 3200

Go in depth with our full Nikon J1 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the J1.

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

Go in depth with our full Ricoh WG-50 Review.

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Differences

Nikon J1 advantages over Ricoh WG-50

Larger sensor
1 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Slower slow-motion
1200 fps vs 120 fps
Supports slower slow-mo
Bigger pixels
~ 3.41 vs 1.34 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
RAW file ability
Yes vs No
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
More dots on screen
460k vs 230k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Longer exposure
30 vs 4 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Bulb shutter
Bulb vs No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Faster JPEG shooting
57.9 fps vs 1.1 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Ricoh WG-50 advantages over Nikon J1

Waterproof
Yes vs No
Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

300 vs 230 shots
Capture more photos
Newer
7 years vs 13 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
More pixels
16.0 vs 10.1 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Bigger JPEG buffer
69 vs 12 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Slow-motion videos
Both provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
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
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Wi-Fi
Neither provide
Share your photos wirelessly
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
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
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

Very small body, with solid feel; Fast AF; No-nonsense interface. Excellent video capture, Good picture quality.
Body could be smaller for sensor size; High ISO isn't as good as other compact system cameras; Battery life below average; Weak flash; Confusing controls.
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The Competition

Compared to Nikon J2

Nikon J1

Nikon J2

$500
1 inch

$550
1 inch

Less expensive
More dots on screen

Compare Nikon J1 vs Nikon J2

Ricoh WG-50

Nikon J2

$233
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$550
1 inch

Larger sensor
Slower slow-motion

Compare Ricoh WG-50 vs Nikon J2

Compared to Nikon J3

Nikon J1

Nikon J3

$500
1 inch

Bigger pixels

$617
1 inch

Higher effective ISO
More dots on screen

Compare Nikon J1 vs Nikon J3

Ricoh WG-50

Nikon J3

$233
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$617
1 inch

Larger sensor
Slower slow-motion

Compare Ricoh WG-50 vs Nikon J3

Compared to Nikon S1

Nikon J1

Nikon S1

$500
1 inch

Wider angle kit lens

$199
1 inch

Less expensive

Compare Nikon J1 vs Nikon S1

Ricoh WG-50

Nikon S1

$233
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$199
1 inch

Larger sensor
Slower slow-motion

Compare Ricoh WG-50 vs Nikon S1

Compared to Olympus TG-860

Nikon J1

Olympus TG-860

$500
1 inch

Slower slow-motion
Larger sensor

$230
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
Waterproof

Compare Nikon J1 vs Olympus TG-860

Ricoh WG-50

Olympus TG-860

$233
1/2.3 inch

More telephoto lens reach
Manual focus

$230
1/2.3 inch

Slower slow-motion
In-camera panoramas

Compare Ricoh WG-50 vs Olympus TG-860

Compared to Olympus TG-870

Nikon J1

Olympus TG-870

$500
1 inch

Slower slow-motion
Larger sensor

$279
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon J1 vs Olympus TG-870

Ricoh WG-50

Olympus TG-870

$233
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
More telephoto lens reach

$279
1/2.3 inch

Slower slow-motion
In-camera panoramas

Compare Ricoh WG-50 vs Olympus TG-870

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