Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX200 IS versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was revealed 5 years prior to the WG-4 GPS which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX200 IS scores versus the WG-4 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS has got physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX200 IS versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS vs the WG-4 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and WG-4 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and WG-4 GPS.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.