Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh WG-M1

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon S6500 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was revealed 20 months prior to the WG-M1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S6500 matches up vs the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6500 & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6500 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6500 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6500 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S6500 against the WG-M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6500 and WG-M1.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S6500 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older S6500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.