Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
Ricoh
WG-8
Rugged waterproof compact with 20MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 5x 28-140mm equivalent zoom, 4K video, GPS, and macro lights.
$399
Released Jul 2024
WG-8 is 1.7 years newer.
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EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
WG-8
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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 6,400)
- BWG-8 has lower Weight (242 g vs 680 g)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (760 shots vs 340 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
WG-8
118 × 66 × 33 mm
242 g (0.53 lb / 8.54 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 20mm wider, 33mm taller, and 55mm thicker than WG-8.
EOS R6 Mark II is 438 g heavier than WG-8.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 33mm WG-8
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
WG-8
118 × 66 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
WG-8
118 × 33 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-8: 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 6,400 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
760 shots vs 340 shots — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
WG-8
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Pet
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.2, 65.5, 33.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
242 g vs 680 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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-8
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓4K video
- ✓GPS and compass
- ✓Macro stand included
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Limited manual control
- –No RAW focus
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Canon EOS R6 Mark II
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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-8?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for WG-8 — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-8?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and WG-8 is 20 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-8 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while wG-8 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-8?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g and WG-8 weighs 242 g, so the WG-8 is 438 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-8 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. WG-8: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and WG-8 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. WG-8: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 340 shots for the WG-8, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and WG-8 at $399. The WG-8 is $2,100 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Ricoh press materials.