Canon SD1300 IS vs Ricoh WG-20

In this article, we are comparing the Canon SD1300 IS and Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was brought out 5 years before the WG-20 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SD1300 IS grades vs the WG-20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1300 IS comes with exterior measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD1300 IS against the WG-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1300 IS and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and WG-20.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SD1300 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.