Nikon D6 vs Ricoh WG-20

Let's look closer at the Nikon D6 versus Ricoh WG-20, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and WG-20 (14MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and WG-20 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The D6 was manufactured 6 years later than the WG-20 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D6 grades against the WG-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D6 & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D6 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D6 offers outer measurements of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D6 versus Ricoh WG-20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the D6 compared to the WG-20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D6 and WG-20 is 50 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D6 and WG-20.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D6 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D6 will offer greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern D6 will have a benefit in sensor tech.