Canon SX270 HS vs Ricoh WG-20

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon SX270 HS and Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was revealed 10 months earlier than the WG-20 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the WG-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS comes with outside measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the WG-20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and WG-20.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-20 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SX270 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.