Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh WG-20

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX240 HS versus Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 24 months earlier than the WG-20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX240 HS grades vs the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX240 HS versus Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX240 HS against the WG-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and WG-20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-20 to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.