Canon
EOS R6 V
Video-first 32.5MP full-frame EOS V-series body with 7K RAW 60p, 4K 120p, active cooling, and Canon RF mount.
$2,499
Released May 2026
Ricoh
WG-1000
Entry rugged waterproof compact with 16.35MP sensor, 4x 27-108mm equivalent zoom, USB-C, and simple controls.
$229
Released Jun 2024
EOS R6 V is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R6 V
Wins
WG-1000
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 V has higher AF points / zones (6097 vs 9)
- AEOS R6 V has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 3,200)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BWG-1000 has lower Weight (220 g vs 688 g)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 300 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 × 80 mm
688 g (1.52 lb / 24.27 oz)
WG-1000
116 × 69 × 51 mm
220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)
EOS R6 V is 26mm wider, 15mm taller, and 29mm thicker than WG-1000.
EOS R6 V is 468 g heavier than WG-1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 80mm EOS R6 V · 51mm WG-1000
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 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 V
142 × 80 mm
WG-1000
116 × 51 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 V
✓ 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 V
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 141.8, 83.3, 79.7
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
6097 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
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S…
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 300 shots — higher is better
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 688 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 V
Pros
- ✓7K RAW 60p and 7K Open Gate recording
- ✓4K DCI/UHD 120p with no crop
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with people, animal, and vehicle detection
- ✓Active cooling for long-form recording
- ✓Full-size HDMI and dual CFexpress/SD card recording
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –Single CFexpress Type B slot plus one SD slot
- –Video-first body may be less ideal for stills-first shooters
- –Battery grip not supported
WG-1000
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓USB-C
- ✓Affordable rugged camera
- ✓4x optical zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Full HD only
- –Basic feature set
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R6 V or WG-1000?
EOS R6 V scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-1000 — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 V and WG-1000?
EOS R6 V is 32.5 MP and WG-1000 is 16.35 MP, so the EOS R6 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 V and WG-1000 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while wG-1000 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 V and WG-1000?
EOS R6 V weighs 688 g and WG-1000 weighs 220 g, so the WG-1000 is 468 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 V and WG-1000 record 4K video?
EOS R6 V: 4K up to 120p. WG-1000: Full HD.
Are the EOS R6 V and WG-1000 weather sealed?
EOS R6 V: Yes. WG-1000: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 V and 300 shots for the WG-1000, giving the EOS R6 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 V launched at $2,499 and WG-1000 at $229. The WG-1000 is $2,270 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Ricoh press materials.