Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70
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Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Introduced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-80

Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SX1 IS versus Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was brought out 12 years prior to the WG-70 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX1 IS grades versus the WG-70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Ricoh WG-70. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Ricoh WG-70
SX1 IS | WG-70 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimension | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Canon SX1 IS
WG-70 | SX1 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | March 2009 | More modern by 132 months |
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Ricoh WG-70
SX1 IS | WG-70 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS features physical dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Canon SX1 IS versus Ricoh WG-70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX1 IS and the WG-70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and WG-70 is 64 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and WG-70.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-70 to provide you with more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Ricoh WG-70 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-03-27 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-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 | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 615 grams (1.36 lb) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $600 | $280 |