Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 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
Launch priceReleased Jul 2024
WG-8 is 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
WG-8
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 9)
- AEOS R7 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AEOS R7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (100 fps vs 30 fps)
- BWG-8 has lower Weight (242 g vs 612 g)
- AEOS R7 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 R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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WG-8
118 × 66 × 33 mm
242 g (0.53 lb / 8.54 oz)
EOS R7 is 14mm wider, 25mm taller, and 59mm thicker than WG-8.
EOS R7 is 370 g heavier than WG-8.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 33mm WG-8
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
WG-8
118 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
WG-8
118 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R7
✓ 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 R7
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
AF points / zones
651 vs 9 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
100 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R7 supports it
Reasons to choose
WG-8
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Pet
Codecs
Adds H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.2, 65.5, 33.1
Weight
242 g vs 612 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 R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
WG-8
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓4K video
- ✓GPS and compass
- ✓Macro stand included
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Limited manual control
- –No RAW focus
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R7 or WG-8?
EOS R7 scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for WG-8 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and WG-8?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and WG-8 is 20 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and WG-8 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while WG-8 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and WG-8?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and WG-8 weighs 242 g, so the WG-8 is 370 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and WG-8 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. WG-8: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R7 and WG-8 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. WG-8: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 340 shots for the WG-8, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and WG-8 at $399. The WG-8 is $1,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Ricoh press materials.