Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70
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Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX200 IS
- Updated by Canon SX230 HS
(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
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Refreshed by Ricoh WG-80

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was launched 10 years earlier than the WG-70 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX210 IS grades against the WG-70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Ricoh WG-70
SX210 IS | WG-70 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Canon SX210 IS
WG-70 | SX210 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 117 months |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Ricoh WG-70
SX210 IS | WG-70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX210 IS against the WG-70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and WG-70 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and WG-70.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh WG-70 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SX210 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Ricoh WG-70 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | On, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 | - | 300 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $226 | $280 |