Nikon P340 vs Ricoh WG-6

The following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon P340 versus Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and WG-6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The P340 was unveiled 5 years prior to the WG-6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the P340 grades against the WG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P340 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P340 versus Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the P340 against the WG-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and WG-6 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and WG-6.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P340 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh WG-6 will give you extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged P340 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.