Canon G9 X vs Ricoh WG-80

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon G9 X vs Ricoh WG-80, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and WG-80 (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and WG-80 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G9 X was introduced 7 years earlier than the WG-80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G9 X matches up versus the WG-80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-80 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G9 X vs Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X and the WG-80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and WG-80 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and WG-80.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older G9 X is going to be behind in sensor innovation.