Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-50

The following is a extended overview of the Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was announced 4 years before the WG-50 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX600 HS grades vs the WG-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS has external dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX600 HS vs the WG-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and WG-50 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and WG-50.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX600 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.