Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-30

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX200 IS versus Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 6 years earlier than the WG-30 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX200 IS matches up against the WG-30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Ricoh WG-30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS versus Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS versus the WG-30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and WG-30 is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and WG-30.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.