Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011
(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
- Released February 2020
- Successor is Ricoh WG-80

Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S6200 versus Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6200 was brought out 9 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S6200 matches up against the WG-70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Ricoh WG-70
S6200 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Nikon S6200
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Released | February 2020 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 102 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Ricoh WG-70
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
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 | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S6200 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S6200 and the WG-70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and WG-70 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and WG-70.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older S6200 will be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon S6200 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 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 format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 250 pictures | 300 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $229 | $280 |