Canon SX200 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1

The following is a detailed review of the Canon SX200 IS and Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was manufactured 6 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX200 IS scores against the WG-M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS features physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX200 IS and Ricoh WG-M1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX200 IS and the WG-M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and WG-M1 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and WG-M1.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.