Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh WG-20

Lets look more in depth at the Canon SX160 IS versus Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was revealed 7 months before the WG-20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX160 IS matches up against the WG-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX160 IS versus Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX160 IS against the WG-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and WG-20 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and WG-20.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX160 IS to render greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX160 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.