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-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
EOS R6 V is 1.8 years newer.
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EOS R6 V
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WG-8
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 V has higher AF points / zones (6097 vs 9)
- AEOS R6 V has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 V has higher ISO max (native) (64,000 vs 6,400)
- AEOS R6 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BWG-8 has lower Weight (242 g vs 688 g)
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-8
118 × 66 × 33 mm
242 g (0.53 lb / 8.54 oz)
EOS R6 V is 24mm wider, 18mm taller, and 47mm thicker than WG-8.
EOS R6 V is 446 g heavier than WG-8.
Depth (front-to-back): 80mm EOS R6 V · 33mm WG-8
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 V
142 × 83 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 V
142 × 80 mm
WG-8
118 × 33 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-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 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
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
64,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
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 688 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 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-8
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓4K video
- ✓GPS and compass
- ✓Macro stand included
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Limited manual control
- –No RAW focus
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R6 V or WG-8?
EOS R6 V scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-8 — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 V and WG-8?
EOS R6 V is 32.5 MP and WG-8 is 20 MP, so the EOS R6 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 V and WG-8 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while wG-8 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 V and WG-8?
EOS R6 V weighs 688 g and WG-8 weighs 242 g, so the WG-8 is 446 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 V and WG-8 record 4K video?
EOS R6 V: 4K up to 120p. WG-8: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R6 V and WG-8 weather sealed?
EOS R6 V: Yes. WG-8: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 V and 340 shots for the WG-8, giving the EOS R6 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 V 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.