Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70

Below is a extensive review of the Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh WG-70, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and WG-70 (16MP) and the G9 X II (1") and WG-70 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was manufactured 4 years prior to the WG-70 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G9 X II matches up vs the WG-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X II has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 X II versus the WG-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X II and WG-70 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and WG-70.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will result in more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older G9 X II will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.