Canon SX520 HS vs Ricoh WG-80

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX520 HS and Ricoh WG-80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was released 8 years earlier than the WG-80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX520 HS scores vs the WG-80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Ricoh WG-80. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS has got outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-80 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS and Ricoh WG-80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX520 HS versus the WG-80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and WG-80 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and WG-80.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older SX520 HS is going to be behind in sensor technology.