Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX400 IS versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was unveiled 6 months later than the WG-4 GPS so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX400 IS scores vs the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS has got outer dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX400 IS versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS vs the WG-4 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and WG-4 GPS is 81 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.