Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014

Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2100 IS was brought out 6 years prior to the WG-30W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the A2100 IS scores against the WG-30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Ricoh WG-30W
A2100 IS | WG-30W | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Canon A2100 IS
WG-30W | A2100 IS | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 68 months |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Ricoh WG-30W
A2100 IS | WG-30W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the A2100 IS against the WG-30W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and WG-30W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and WG-30W.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30W to result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2100 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $220 | $280 |