Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20
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Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced May 2009
- New Model is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2014

Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Canon SX200 IS versus Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was revealed 5 years before the WG-20 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX200 IS grades vs the WG-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Ricoh WG-20
SX200 IS | WG-20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Canon SX200 IS
WG-20 | SX200 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 57 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Ricoh WG-20
SX200 IS | WG-20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX200 IS versus Ricoh WG-20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX200 IS versus the WG-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and WG-20 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and WG-20.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-20 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-05-14 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $329 | $370 |