Canon SX230 HS vs Ricoh WG-6

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX230 HS versus Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was announced 7 years earlier than the WG-6 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX230 HS scores versus the WG-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Canon SX230 HS versus Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the WG-6.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and WG-6 is 91 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and WG-6.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to offer greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.