Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX500 IS and Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was revealed 3 years before the WG-30W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the SX500 IS grades versus the WG-30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX500 IS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX500 IS and Ricoh WG-30W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX500 IS versus the WG-30W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX500 IS and WG-30W is 80 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX500 IS and WG-30W.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX500 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.