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Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S6000 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Nikon S6000
(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
  • Released February 2010
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Released September 2014
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Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6000 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S6000 grades vs the WG-M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 S6000 WG-M1 
Screen dimension2.7"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Nikon S6000

 WG-M1 S6000 
ReleasedSeptember 2014February 2010Newer by 56 months

Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh WG-M1

 S6000 WG-M1 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6000 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6000 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S6000 vs the WG-M1.

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6000 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6000 and WG-M1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should always consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S6000 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S6000
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-M1
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
30
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6000 Street photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography features
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
53
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6000 Sports photography advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography advice
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
38
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
great battery pack (350 shots)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S6000
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
65
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
64
great battery pack (350 per charge)
weather sealing
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S6000
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-M1
37
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
35
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (1.5 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
has no RAW support
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S6000 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Vlogging camera
29
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
26
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no microphone port
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Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6000 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Nikon Coolpix S6000Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix S6000 Ricoh WG-M1
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2010-02-03 2014-09-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-196mm (7.0x) (1×)
Max aperture f/3.7-5.6 f/2.8
Macro focusing distance 2cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 1.5 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s -
Max shutter speed 1/2000s -
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 156 gr (0.34 pounds) 190 gr (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 - 350 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 DB-65
Self timer Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $300 $2,000