Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-30W

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon G9 X II versus Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and WG-30W (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and WG-30W (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 2 years later than the WG-30W and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the G9 X II matches up against the WG-30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X II versus Ricoh WG-30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X II vs the WG-30W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and WG-30W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and WG-30W.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X II will offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer G9 X II provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.