Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-6

Below, we are analyzing the Canon A1200 vs Ricoh WG-6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was released 8 years before the WG-6 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the A1200 grades vs the WG-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery & Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A1200 compared to the WG-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and WG-6 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and WG-6.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged A1200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.