Nikon Z7 vs Ricoh WG-6

Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon Z7 and Ricoh WG-6, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and WG-6 (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and WG-6 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 was launched 7 months later than the WG-6 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z7 matches up versus the WG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 & Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 compared to the WG-6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and WG-6 is 62 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 and WG-6.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z7 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The newer Z7 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.