Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX160 IS
(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
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced October 2014

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Here, we are looking at the Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-30W and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the WG-30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Ricoh WG-30W
SX150 IS | WG-30W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Canon SX150 IS
WG-30W | SX150 IS | |||
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Announced | October 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | More recent by 29 months |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Ricoh WG-30W
SX150 IS | WG-30W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS comes with outside dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX150 IS vs the WG-30W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and WG-30W is 86 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and WG-30W.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older SX150 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-05-14 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
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 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 | 130 photos | 300 photos |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $249 | $280 |