Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.9) lens
- 206g - 99 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced March 2012
- Alternative Name is IXUS 1100 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Revealed September 2014

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 510 HS was launched 3 years earlier than the WG-M1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ELPH 510 HS scores versus the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 510 HS over the Ricoh WG-M1
ELPH 510 HS | WG-M1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.7") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+346k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon ELPH 510 HS
WG-M1 | ELPH 510 HS | |||
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Revealed | September 2014 | ![]() | March 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Ricoh WG-M1
ELPH 510 HS | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the WG-M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and WG-M1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and WG-M1.
As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older ELPH 510 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon ELPH 510 HS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon ELPH 510 HS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Also called as | IXUS 1100 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-03-01 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 1.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 190 grams (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 350 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $2,000 |