Nikon S620 vs Ricoh WG-6

The following is a complete review of the Nikon S620 and Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S620 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S620 was brought out 10 years earlier than the WG-6 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S620 scores versus the WG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S620 enjoys outside measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S620 and Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S620 versus the WG-6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S620 and WG-6 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and WG-6.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-6 to produce more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S620 will be behind in sensor tech.