Ricoh WG-6

Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.

The camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality.

Refers to the most commonly used sensor sizes.

The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.

The image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card.

The aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3.

In-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake.

The viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens.

Indicates if this camera is capable of recording video.

The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.

A built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video.

A built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it.

External flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera.

GPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs.

Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.

Touchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons.

A flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles.

Live View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens.

Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.

Bluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices.