Canon SX530 HS vs Ricoh WG-6

The following is a thorough review of the Canon SX530 HS versus Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was brought out 4 years prior to the WG-6 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX530 HS grades versus the WG-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS has exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX530 HS versus Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX530 HS vs the WG-6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and WG-6 is 69 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and WG-6.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SX530 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.