Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony A9

Here is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony A9, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the A9 (24MP) is relatively close but the WG-6 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The WG-6 was released 11 months later than the A9 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the WG-6 matches up against the A9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 and Sony Alpha A9. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A9 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony A9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-6 against the A9.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and A9 is 89 and 65 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The visual here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and A9.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-6 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A9 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher WG-6 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.