Canon S95 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here is a thorough review of the Canon S95 vs Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and WG-70 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and WG-70 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The S95 was brought out 10 years prior to the WG-70 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S95 matches up versus the WG-70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S95 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon S95 has got exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-70 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon S95 vs Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S95 vs the WG-70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and WG-70 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and WG-70.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh WG-70 will deliver more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older S95 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.