Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50
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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced May 2012
- Superseded the Canon SX130 IS
- Updated by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2017

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX150 IS and Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was manufactured 6 years prior to the WG-50 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX150 IS scores vs the WG-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Ricoh WG-50
SX150 IS | WG-50 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Canon SX150 IS
WG-50 | SX150 IS | |||
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Introduced | May 2017 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 61 months |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Ricoh WG-50
SX150 IS | WG-50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS has exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS and Ricoh WG-50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS vs the WG-50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and WG-50 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and WG-50.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-50 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh WG-50 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-05-14 | 2017-05-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | On, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 shots | 300 shots |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $249 | $280 |