Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Ricoh WG-6

The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was manufactured 6 years before the WG-6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 330 HS grades against the WG-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Ricoh WG-6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 330 HS compared to the WG-6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and WG-6 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and WG-6.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-6 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 330 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.