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Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4

Portability
93
Imaging
46
Features
48
Overall
46
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS front
 
Ricoh WG-4 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs

Canon SX620 HS
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
  • 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
  • Launched May 2016
Ricoh WG-4
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2014
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Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview

Following is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX620 HS and Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was revealed 2 years after the WG-4 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX620 HS matches up against the WG-4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Ricoh WG-4

 SX620 HS WG-4 
IntroducedMay 2016February 2014More modern by 28 months
Screen resolution922k460kClearer screen (+462k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Canon SX620 HS

 WG-4 SX620 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Ricoh WG-4

 SX620 HS WG-4 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS features physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Canon SX620 HS and Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX620 HS versus the WG-4.

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and WG-4.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX620 HS to result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern SX620 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 sensor size comparison

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SX620 HS
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-4
44
has manual focus
decent MP (20MP)
provides face detect focusing
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
41
you can focus manually
decent MP (16MP)
includes face detect autofocus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Street photography information
Ricoh WG-4 Street photography information
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (182 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SX620 HS
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-4
48
great zoom range (25-625mm 25.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (20MP)
provides tracking focus
max fps very slow (2.5 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery power (240 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Travel photography details
Ricoh WG-4 Travel photography details
71
lighter than average (182g)
decent MP (20MP)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
great zoom (625mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
72
weather proofing
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
bad battery power (240 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Landscape photography factors
Ricoh WG-4 Landscape photography factors
50
has manual focus
really wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
54
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
weather proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
bad battery power (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-4 Vlogging advice
35
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (182 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone socket
36
reasonably wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have mic jack
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Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX620 HS and Ricoh WG-4
 Canon PowerShot SX620 HSRicoh WG-4
General Information
Brand Name Canon Ricoh
Model type Canon PowerShot SX620 HS Ricoh WG-4
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Launched 2016-05-10 2014-02-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5184 x 3888 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-625mm (25.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-6.6 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 922 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 2.5fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 182g (0.40 lbs) 230g (0.51 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 295 shots 240 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $279 $330