Canon SX270 HS vs Ricoh WG-30

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX270 HS and Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was introduced 18 months prior to the WG-30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the WG-30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Ricoh WG-30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX270 HS and Ricoh WG-30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX270 HS and the WG-30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and WG-30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SX270 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.