Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-6

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was unveiled 5 years prior to the WG-6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX510 HS grades vs the WG-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Ricoh WG-6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS features outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-6 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX510 HS and the WG-6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and WG-6 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and WG-6.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to render extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX510 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.