Canon SD3500 IS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Following is a in depth review of the Canon SD3500 IS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD3500 IS was manufactured 6 years before the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SD3500 IS grades versus the WG-5 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD3500 IS has got physical measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD3500 IS vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the WG-5 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD3500 IS and WG-5 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.