Canon SX530 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX530 HS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was revealed 12 months later than the WG-4 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX530 HS grades against the WG-4 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS has external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX530 HS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX530 HS against the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and WG-4 GPS is 69 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and WG-4 GPS.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you should take the age of the products into consideration. The younger SX530 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.