Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Let's look closer at the Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was manufactured about the same time to the WG-4 GPS which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX700 HS scores vs the WG-4 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX700 HS against the WG-4 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and WG-4 GPS is 89 and 90 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and WG-4 GPS.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account.