Canon SX270 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX270 HS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was manufactured 10 months prior to the WG-4 GPS which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX270 HS scores vs the WG-4 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS features exterior measurements 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-4 GPS has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX270 HS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and WG-4 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to render more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX270 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.