Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Released February 2018
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Kodak M550 and Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M550 was brought out 9 years earlier than the WG-6 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M550 scores versus the WG-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Ricoh WG-6
M550 | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Kodak M550
WG-6 | M550 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 98 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Ricoh WG-6
M550 | WG-6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 has outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check out the Kodak M550 and Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the M550 compared to the WG-6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and WG-6 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and WG-6.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to result in extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-01-05 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 246g (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 340 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $119 | $271 |