Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Announced February 2018
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the L28 (20MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L28 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the WG-6 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L28 matches up against the WG-6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Ricoh WG-6
L28 | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Nikon L28
WG-6 | L28 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | January 2013 | More modern by 61 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Ricoh WG-6
L28 | WG-6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the L28 versus the WG-6.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and WG-6 is 93 and 89 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and WG-6.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged L28 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon L28 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 246g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | 340 pictures |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $90 | $271 |