Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 160g - 86 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(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
- Released September 2014

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SD1200 IS and Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was manufactured 6 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the SD1200 IS matches up vs the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Ricoh WG-M1
SD1200 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon SD1200 IS
WG-M1 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 67 months |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Ricoh WG-M1
SD1200 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS features physical measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD1200 IS and Ricoh WG-M1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the WG-M1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and WG-M1.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to give you greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 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 | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | (1×) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 1.5" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 260 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $250 | $2,000 |