• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 420.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon L100 advantages over Ricoh WG-30

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • More telephoto lens reach
    420 mm vs 140 mm
    Capture objects farther away

Ricoh WG-30 advantages over Nikon L100

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Thinner
    30 mm vs 78 mm
    Thinner
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    192g vs 355g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 10.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    4 vs 2 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

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

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
  • 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 Fujifilm S2000HD

Nikon L100
Fujifilm S2000HD
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Lighter weight
  • Faster shutter
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Manual focus
Ricoh WG-30
Fujifilm S2000HD
  • $182
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Thinner
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Olympus SP-600UZ

Nikon L100
Olympus SP-600UZ
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Faster shutter
  • $215
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More pixels
Ricoh WG-30
Olympus SP-600UZ
  • $182
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Manual focus
  • $215
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Bulb shutter

Compared to Nikon L110

Nikon L100
Nikon L110
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • HDMI out
Ricoh WG-30
Nikon L110
  • $182
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Manual focus
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Canon SX130 IS

Nikon L100
Canon SX130 IS
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Faster shutter
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Thinner
Ricoh WG-30
Canon SX130 IS
  • $182
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Thinner
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Olympus SP-610UZ

Nikon L100
Olympus SP-610UZ
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Faster shutter
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Ricoh WG-30
Olympus SP-610UZ
  • $182
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Manual focus
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Bulb shutter
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