Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched October 2014

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon A810 versus Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A810 was announced 3 years prior to the WG-30W which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A810 grades vs the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 & Ricoh WG-30W. The whole galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Ricoh WG-30W
A810 | WG-30W |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Canon A810
WG-30W | A810 | |||
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Launched | October 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 32 months |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Ricoh WG-30W
A810 | WG-30W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A810 versus Ricoh WG-30W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A810 vs the WG-30W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A810 and WG-30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A810 and WG-30W.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged A810 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2014-10-09 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 grams (0.38 lb) | 194 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 300 shots |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $99 | $280 |