Canon SX170 IS vs Ricoh WG-80

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX170 IS versus Ricoh WG-80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was revealed 9 years before the WG-80 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX170 IS grades against the WG-80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Ricoh WG-80. The full galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS has got outside measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-80 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).

Look at the Canon SX170 IS versus Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX170 IS vs the WG-80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and WG-80 is 88 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and WG-80.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files although you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older SX170 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.