Nikon Z6 II vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon Z6 II versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Z6 II was announced 6 years after the WG-4 GPS which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z6 II grades versus the WG-4 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II offers outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z6 II vs the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and WG-4 GPS is 61 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and WG-4 GPS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon Z6 II will give you more detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer Z6 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.