Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-50

Let's look much closer at the Nikon S6000 versus Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was announced 8 years earlier than the WG-50 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S6000 grades versus the WG-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 features outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6000 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S6000 and the WG-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and WG-50 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and WG-50.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-50 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S6000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.