Canon SX400 IS vs Ricoh WG-70

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX400 IS and Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was launched 6 years prior to the WG-70 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX400 IS grades versus the WG-70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Canon SX400 IS and Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS against the WG-70.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and WG-70 is 81 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and WG-70.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX400 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.