Canon SX70 HS vs Ricoh WG-6

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX70 HS versus Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was manufactured 8 months after the WG-6 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX70 HS scores versus the WG-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS has got outer measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX70 HS versus the WG-6.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and WG-6 is 63 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX70 HS and WG-6.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX70 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.