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Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
85
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Canon SX130 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
  • Revealed August 2010
  • Renewed by Canon SX150 IS
Ricoh WG-M1
(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
  • Revealed September 2014
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Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX130 IS versus Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was launched 5 years before the WG-M1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX130 IS grades vs the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Ricoh WG-M1

 SX130 IS WG-M1 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Screen dimensions3"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon SX130 IS

 WG-M1 SX130 IS 
RevealedSeptember 2014August 2010Fresher by 49 months

Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Ricoh WG-M1

 SX130 IS WG-M1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS features external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX130 IS versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS versus the WG-M1.

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and WG-M1 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and WG-M1.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older SX130 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX130 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
29
focusing manually
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
29
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SX130 IS Street photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography factors
58
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (308g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
52
environment proofing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SX130 IS
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
27
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
37
decent MP (14MP)
environment proofing
better than average battery life (350 per charge)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SX130 IS
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
61
lighter than competition (308 grams)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
great reach (336mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
64
better than average battery life (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
decent MP (14 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX130 IS Landscape photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography info
42
focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
35
decent MP (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
better than average battery life (350 per charge)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX130 IS Vlogging details
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging details
29
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (308g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
does not have selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone jack
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external mic socket
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Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX130 IS and Ricoh WG-M1
 Canon PowerShot SX130 ISRicoh WG-M1
General Information
Company Canon Ricoh
Model Canon PowerShot SX130 IS Ricoh WG-M1
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Revealed 2010-08-19 2014-09-12
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 -
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 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 data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-336mm (12.0x) (1×)
Highest aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/2.8
Macro focus range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 1.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 115k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs -
Fastest shutter speed 1/2500 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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), 160 x 120 (15 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 file format H.264 H.264
Mic 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 308 gr (0.68 lb) 190 gr (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") 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 - 350 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus microSD/microSDHC, internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $250 $2,000