Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX500 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Launched September 2014

Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX510 HS versus Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX510 HS was launched 12 months earlier than the WG-M1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the WG-M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Ricoh WG-M1
SX510 HS | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+346k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon SX510 HS
WG-M1 | SX510 HS | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | August 2013 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh WG-M1
SX510 HS | WG-M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX510 HS versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX510 HS against the WG-M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and WG-M1 is 80 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and WG-M1.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older SX510 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-08-22 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 349 grams (0.77 lbs) | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 photos | 350 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $249 | $2,000 |