Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh WG-20

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was manufactured 13 months before the WG-20 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S6500 grades vs the WG-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6500 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S6500 vs the WG-20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and WG-20.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S6500 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S6500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.