Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80
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![Canon PowerShot A3100 IS front Canon PowerShot A3100 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS/Canon-A3100-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2022
- Succeeded the Ricoh WG-70
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Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The A3100 IS was revealed 13 years prior to the WG-80 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A3100 IS grades versus the WG-80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS & Ricoh WG-80. The full galleries are available at Canon A3100 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Ricoh WG-80
A3100 IS | WG-80 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Canon A3100 IS
WG-80 | A3100 IS | |||
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Revealed | May 2022 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 150 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Ricoh WG-80
A3100 IS | WG-80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.70" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A3100 IS enjoys physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A3100 IS and the WG-80.
![Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 size comparison Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A3100 IS and WG-80 is 94 and 91 respectively.
![Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 top view buttons comparison Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3100 IS and WG-80.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-80 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older A3100 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 sensor size comparison Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Ricoh WG-80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2022-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.70 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-8L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $159 | $300 |