Canon SX230 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon SX230 HS versus Ricoh WG-30W, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was introduced 4 years before the WG-30W and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX230 HS scores against the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX230 HS vs the WG-30W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and WG-30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and WG-30W.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30W to deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SX230 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.