Ricoh GR vs Ricoh WG-6

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh GR versus Ricoh WG-6, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the GR (APS-C) and WG-6 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The GR was announced 5 years prior to the WG-6 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the GR matches up versus the WG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR & Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR enjoys physical measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 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).

Look at the Ricoh GR versus Ricoh WG-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the GR vs the WG-6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR and WG-6 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and WG-6.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Ricoh WG-6 will give more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older GR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.