Canon SX530 HS vs Ricoh WG-50

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SX530 HS versus Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was revealed 3 years prior to the WG-50 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX530 HS matches up against the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS comes with external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Canon SX530 HS versus Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the WG-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and WG-50 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and WG-50.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX530 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.