Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-80

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6000 was brought out 11 years before the WG-70 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the S6000 scores against the WG-70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Ricoh WG-70
S6000 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Nikon S6000
WG-70 | S6000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2020 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 121 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh WG-70
S6000 | WG-70 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6000 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh WG-70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S6000 against the WG-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and WG-70 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6000 and WG-70.
Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-70 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S6000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 300 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $280 |