Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 110 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
- Introduced September 2014

Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Canon SD960 IS versus Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD960 IS was revealed 6 years prior to the WG-M1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SD960 IS matches up versus the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD960 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Ricoh WG-M1
SD960 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon SD960 IS
WG-M1 | SD960 IS | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 67 months |
Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Ricoh WG-M1
SD960 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD960 IS provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Canon SD960 IS versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD960 IS against the WG-M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD960 IS and WG-M1.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-M1 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SD960 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD960 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 110 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8" | 1.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 pounds) | 190g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | 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 | Single | Single |
Launch cost | - | $2,000 |