Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-6

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon AW110 vs Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was manufactured 5 years before the WG-6 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the AW110 grades vs the WG-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 & Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW110 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the AW110 and the WG-6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and WG-6 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW110 and WG-6.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-6 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged AW110 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.