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Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
25
Overall
33
Canon PowerShot A2300 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Canon A2300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2012
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Launched September 2014
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Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon A2300 and Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was launched 3 years prior to the WG-M1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A2300 grades vs the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 A2300 WG-M1 
Screen dimension2.7"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution230k115kCrisper screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon A2300

 WG-M1 A2300 
LaunchedSeptember 2014February 2012Newer by 31 months

Common features in the Canon A2300 and Ricoh WG-M1

 A2300 WG-M1 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 has got external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A2300 and the WG-M1.

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and WG-M1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and WG-M1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon A2300 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged A2300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A2300 Portrait photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography features
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megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
provides face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A2300 Street photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography highlights
56
lighter than others (125g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
52
environment proofing
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Canon A2300 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Sports photography camera
32
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (210 per charge)
lack of phase detect autofocus
37
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
environment proofing
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A2300 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
66
lighter than others (125 grams)
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
not so great battery (210 per charge)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
64
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon A2300
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-M1
33
decently wide (28mm)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery (210 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
35
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
environment proofing
great battery pack (350 per charge)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (1.5 inch)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2300 Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging advice
30
decently wide (28mm)
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than others (125 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic support
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of mic port
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Canon A2300 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2300 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Canon PowerShot A2300Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand Canon Ricoh
Model type Canon PowerShot A2300 Ricoh WG-M1
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2012-02-07 2014-09-12
Body design 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) (1×)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/2.8
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 1.5"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 115 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds -
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format H.264 H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 gr (0.28 pounds) 190 gr (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 210 images 350 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-11L DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $139 $2,000