Canon SX540 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SX540 HS versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was announced 24 months after the WG-4 GPS making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX540 HS scores against the WG-4 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS comes with exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX540 HS versus Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX540 HS and the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and WG-4 GPS is 69 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and WG-4 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to resolve extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer SX540 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.