Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 302g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Introduced August 2017
- Earlier Model is Canon M10
- Newer Model is Canon M200
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the M100 (24MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is fairly close but the M100 (APS-C) and WG-6 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe M100 was announced 5 months earlier than the WG-6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon M100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the M100 matches up vs the WG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 and Ricoh WG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M100 over the Ricoh WG-6
M100 | WG-6 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Canon M100
WG-6 | M100 |
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Common features in the Canon M100 and Ricoh WG-6
M100 | WG-6 | |||
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Introduced | August 2017 | February 2018 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Identical display resolution |
Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon M100 has physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the M100 versus the WG-6.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M100 and WG-6 is 88 and 89 respectively.
Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M100 and WG-6.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M100 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon M100 will result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.
Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon M100 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Canon EOS M100 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon EOS M100 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2017-08-29 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 23 | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.1fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 302 gr (0.67 lbs) | 246 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1272 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 photos | 340 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $449 | $271 |