Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 185g - 98 x 63 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014

Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1200 was announced 4 years prior to the WG-20 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A1200 matches up versus the WG-20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Ricoh WG-20
A1200 | WG-20 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Canon A1200
WG-20 | A1200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Ricoh WG-20
A1200 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 has external measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the A1200 against the WG-20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and WG-20.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-20 to provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged A1200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 200 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $109 | $370 |