Canon SX230 HS vs Ricoh WG-30

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX230 HS vs Ricoh WG-30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was released 4 years before the WG-30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX230 HS grades against the WG-30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the WG-30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and WG-30.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-30 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.