Canon SX520 HS vs Ricoh WG-50

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX520 HS vs Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 3 years earlier than the WG-50 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX520 HS scores versus the WG-50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Canon SX520 HS vs Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the WG-50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and WG-50 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and WG-50.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX520 HS will be behind in sensor technology.