Canon S95 vs Ricoh WG-50

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon S95 and Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and WG-50 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and WG-50 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The S95 was announced 7 years prior to the WG-50 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S95 scores against the WG-50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S95 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon S95 offers external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S95 and Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S95 and the WG-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S95 and WG-50 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S95 and WG-50.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S95 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh WG-50 will give you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older S95 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.