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Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
40
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX210 IS front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Canon SX210 IS
(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
Ricoh WG-M1
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Ricoh WG-M1

 SX210 IS WG-M1 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen dimension3"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon SX210 IS

 WG-M1 SX210 IS 
ReleasedSeptember 2014June 2010More recent by 51 months

Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Ricoh WG-M1

 SX210 IS WG-M1 
Screen typeFixed 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.

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SX210 IS
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-M1
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has manual focus
good MP (14MP)
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SX210 IS as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Street photography camera
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (220g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
53
environment proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX210 IS Sports photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography highlights
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incredible zoom range (28-392mm 14.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
38
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
good battery power (350 CIPA)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX210 IS as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
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lighter than competition in class (220g)
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
great zoom (392mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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good battery power (350 shots)
environment proofing
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX210 IS
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-M1
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has manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
good battery power (350 shots)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5 inch)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SX210 IS
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
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quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (220g)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic jack
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video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
does not have mic port
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Canon SX210 IS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX210 IS and Ricoh WG-M1
 Canon PowerShot SX210 ISRicoh WG-M1
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