Ricoh WG-6 vs Sony A6600

On this page, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony A6600, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the WG-6 (1/2.3") and A6600 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-6 was unveiled 18 months earlier than the A6600 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-6 scores vs the A6600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 & Sony Alpha a6600. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-6 comes with exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A6600 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sony A6600 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-6 vs the A6600.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and A6600 is 89 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and A6600.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-6 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A6600 will give greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged WG-6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.