Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh WG-70

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SX730 HS versus Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was introduced 3 years prior to the WG-70 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX730 HS scores against the WG-70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX730 HS provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX730 HS versus Ricoh WG-70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX730 HS versus the WG-70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and WG-70 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX730 HS and WG-70.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX730 HS to provide more detail using its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older SX730 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.