Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30
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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was revealed 3 years before the WG-30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX150 IS matches up against the WG-30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Ricoh WG-30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Ricoh WG-30
SX150 IS | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Canon SX150 IS
WG-30 | SX150 IS | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 29 months |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Ricoh WG-30
SX150 IS | WG-30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the WG-30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and WG-30 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and WG-30.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SX150 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh WG-30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 lbs) | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 130 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $249 | $428 |