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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Ricoh WG-6 front
Portability
89
Imaging
46
Features
46
Overall
46

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Released August 2009
Ricoh WG-6
(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
  • Launched February 2018
  • Previous Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was unveiled 9 years prior to the WG-6 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S1000pj matches up vs the WG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Ricoh WG-6

 S1000pj WG-6 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Nikon S1000pj

 WG-6 S1000pj 
LaunchedFebruary 2018August 2009Newer by 104 months
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh WG-6

 S1000pj WG-6 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj offers physical measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1000pj vs the WG-6.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and WG-6 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and WG-6.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to provide greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S1000pj
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-6
20
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
44
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
comes with face detection focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography factors
Ricoh WG-6 Street photography factors
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
59
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than average in class (246 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography highlights
Ricoh WG-6 Sports photography highlights
33
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
good battery pack (340 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S1000pj
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-6
57
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
69
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
weather proofing
decent megapixels (20MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
more heavy than average in class (246g)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh WG-6 Landscape photography highlights
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
56
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20MP)
weather proofing
good battery pack (340 per charge)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-6 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone jack
more heavy than average in class (246g)
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh WG-6
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjRicoh WG-6
General Information
Company Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Ricoh WG-6
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2009-08-04 2018-02-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed -
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 12MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 3cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash modes - Flash on, flash off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840x2160
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175g (0.39 lb) 246g (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $289 $271