Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2012
(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
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S3300 was launched 7 years prior to the WG-6 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S3300 grades against the WG-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Ricoh WG-6
S3300 | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Nikon S3300
WG-6 | S3300 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 73 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Ricoh WG-6
S3300 | WG-6 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S3300 has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3300 against the WG-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and WG-6 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S3300 and WG-6.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840x2160 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lbs) | 246g (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 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 | 180 photographs | 340 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $99 | $271 |