Canon SX60 HS vs Ricoh WG-4

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX60 HS versus Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was announced 8 months later than the WG-4 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX60 HS matches up vs the WG-4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX60 HS offers physical measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX60 HS versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX60 HS vs the WG-4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and WG-4 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX60 HS and WG-4.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX60 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.