Canon
EOS R6 Mark III
Hybrid 32.5MP full-frame RF body with 7K RAW video, 40fps electronic burst, 8.5-stop IBIS, and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Nov 2025
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
EOS R6 Mark III is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 Mark III
Wins
WG-1000
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark III has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 9)
- AEOS R6 Mark III has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 3,200)
- AEOS R6 Mark III has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 Mark III has higher 1080p max frame rate (180 fps vs 30 fps)
- BWG-1000 has lower Weight (220 g vs 699 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R6 Mark III
138 × 98 × 88 mm
699 g (1.54 lb / 24.66 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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WG-1000
116 × 69 × 51 mm
220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)
EOS R6 Mark III is 22mm wider, 30mm taller, and 38mm thicker than WG-1000.
EOS R6 Mark III is 479 g heavier than WG-1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark III · 51mm WG-1000
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark III
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 III
138 × 88 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
WG-1000
116 × 51 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark III
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark III
✓ 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 III
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 9 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
64,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
180 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds CRM, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S…
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 699 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 III
Pros
- ✓32.5MP full-frame sensor
- ✓7K RAW video & 4K 120p
- ✓40fps electronic burst with Pre-Continuous
- ✓8.5-stop IBIS
Cons
- –Single CFexpress Type B + SD slot
- –Smaller LCD than R5 II
- –LP-E6P required for full features
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 sports, EOS R6 Mark III or WG-1000?
EOS R6 Mark III scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-1000 — 40fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark III and WG-1000?
EOS R6 Mark III is 32.5 MP and WG-1000 is 16.35 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark III captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark III and WG-1000 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark III has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while WG-1000 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark III and WG-1000?
EOS R6 Mark III weighs 699 g and WG-1000 weighs 220 g, so the WG-1000 is 479 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark III and WG-1000 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark III: 4K up to 120p. WG-1000: Full HD.
Are the EOS R6 Mark III and WG-1000 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark III: Yes. WG-1000: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark III and 300 shots for the WG-1000, giving the EOS R6 Mark III the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark III launched at $2,799 and WG-1000 at $229. The WG-1000 is $2,570 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.