Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
(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
- Introduced September 2014

Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The D30 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the WG-M1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the D30 matches up against the WG-M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D30 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Ricoh WG-M1
D30 | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+346k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon D30
WG-M1 | D30 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon D30 and Ricoh WG-M1
D30 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon D30 features physical dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D30 against the WG-M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D30 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D30 and WG-M1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged D30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot D30 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2014-02-12 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 1.5" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 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 | 300 shots | 350 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $329 | $2,000 |