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Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Pentax WG-3 front
 
Ricoh WG-6 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs

Pentax WG-3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
  • Released July 2013
Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Announced February 2018
  • Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof cameras by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was introduced 5 years before the WG-6 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-3 grades against the WG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Ricoh WG-6

 WG-3 WG-6 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Pentax WG-3

 WG-6 WG-3 
AnnouncedFebruary 2018July 2013More recent by 55 months
Display resolution1040k460kClearer display (+580k dot)

Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Ricoh WG-6

 WG-3 WG-6 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 has outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-3 and the WG-6.

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and WG-6 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and WG-6.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older WG-3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-3 Portrait photography features
Ricoh WG-6 Portrait photography features
41
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
features face detect focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
45
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (20MP)
features face detect focusing
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-3 Street photography details
Ricoh WG-6 Street photography details
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
60
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than others in class (246 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-3 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh WG-6 Sports photography highlights
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery (240 shots)
does not have phase detect auto focus
54
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
great battery life (340 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax WG-3
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-6
72
weather proofing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
low battery (240 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
70
great battery life (340 per charge)
weather proofing
megapixel count decent (20MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
heavier than others in class (246g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-3 Landscape photography details
Ricoh WG-6 Landscape photography details
54
has manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low battery (240 CIPA)
56
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
weather proofing
great battery life (340 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WG-3 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-6 as a Vlogging camera
36
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have mic port
32
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focusing
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic jack
heavier than others in class (246 grams)
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Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-3 and Ricoh WG-6
 Pentax WG-3Ricoh WG-6
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Ricoh
Model Pentax WG-3 Ricoh WG-6
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2013-07-19 2018-02-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 125 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.40 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Flash on, flash off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) 3840x2160
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 230 gr (0.51 pounds) 246 gr (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 240 photographs 340 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $300 $271