Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Launched September 2014

Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was announced 3 years before the WG-M1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the A2400 IS matches up versus the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Ricoh WG-M1
A2400 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon A2400 IS
WG-M1 | A2400 IS | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 31 months |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Ricoh WG-M1
A2400 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A2400 IS has physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the WG-M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and WG-M1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and WG-M1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon A2400 IS to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older A2400 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | 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 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 190g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 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 | 190 shots | 350 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $149 | $2,000 |