Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1 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
- Released 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
- Introduced September 2014

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon A810 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A810 was introduced 3 years before the WG-M1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A810 matches up against the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 & Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Ricoh WG-M1
A810 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon A810
WG-M1 | A810 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 31 months |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Ricoh WG-M1
A810 | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A810 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Canon A810 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the A810 and the WG-M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A810 and WG-M1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon A810 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged A810 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A810 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing 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 images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 1.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 lb) | 190 gr (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 photos | 350 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $99 | $2,000 |