Canon SX420 IS vs Ricoh WG-50

The following is a extensive review of the Canon SX420 IS vs Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was manufactured 16 months earlier than the WG-50 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX420 IS matches up versus the WG-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX420 IS offers outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX420 IS vs Ricoh WG-50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX420 IS and the WG-50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and WG-50 is 80 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and WG-50.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX420 IS to provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX420 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.