Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
Ricoh
WG-1000
Entry rugged waterproof compact with 16.35MP sensor, 4x 27-108mm equivalent zoom, USB-C, and simple controls.
$229
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
WG-1000 is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
WG-1000
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 9)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 3,200)
- BWG-1000 has lower Weight (220 g vs 670 g)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (760 shots vs 300 shots)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
WG-1000
116 × 69 × 51 mm
220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 22mm wider, 30mm taller, and 38mm thicker than WG-1000.
EOS R6 Mark II is 450 g heavier than WG-1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 51mm WG-1000
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
WG-1000
116 × 69 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
WG-1000
116 × 51 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
WG-1000: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R6 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 9 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
760 shots vs 300 shots — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
WG-1000
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Pet
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116, 68.5, 50.5
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
220 g vs 670 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R6 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Up to 40fps electronic burst
- ✓4K 60p oversampled from 6K
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II — superb subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
Cons
- –24.2MP may feel limiting for large prints
- –No CFexpress on base body
- –Short battery life vs. A7 IV
WG-1000
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓USB-C
- ✓Affordable rugged camera
- ✓4x optical zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Full HD only
- –Basic feature set
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, EOS R6 Mark II or WG-1000?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for WG-1000 — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-1000?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and WG-1000 is 16.35 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-1000 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while WG-1000 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-1000?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 670 g and WG-1000 weighs 220 g, so the WG-1000 is 450 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-1000 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. WG-1000: Full HD.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-1000 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. WG-1000: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 300 shots for the WG-1000, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and WG-1000 at $229. The WG-1000 is $2,270 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Ricoh press materials.