Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70
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Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Launched February 2014
- New Model is Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-80

Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX700 HS versus Ricoh WG-70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX700 HS was revealed 7 years prior to the WG-70 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX700 HS scores versus the WG-70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Ricoh WG-70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Ricoh WG-70
SX700 HS | WG-70 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Canon SX700 HS
WG-70 | SX700 HS | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | February 2014 | Newer by 72 months |
Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Ricoh WG-70
SX700 HS | WG-70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS has got outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX700 HS versus Ricoh WG-70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX700 HS versus the WG-70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and WG-70 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and WG-70.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SX700 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Ricoh WG-70 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | On, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $349 | $280 |