Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 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
- Previous Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Successor is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Released September 2014

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX210 IS versus Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was announced 5 years prior to the WG-M1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX210 IS matches up against the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Ricoh WG-M1
SX210 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon SX210 IS
WG-M1 | SX210 IS | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 51 months |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Ricoh WG-M1
SX210 IS | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS against the WG-M1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and WG-M1 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and WG-M1.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX210 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 1.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 | - | 350 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $226 | $2,000 |