Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2014
- Successor is Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014
Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX600 HS versus Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX600 HS was brought out 9 months before the WG-30W so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX600 HS grades against the WG-30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Ricoh WG-30W
SX600 HS | WG-30W | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Canon SX600 HS
WG-30W | SX600 HS | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | January 2014 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Ricoh WG-30W
SX600 HS | WG-30W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX600 HS versus Ricoh WG-30W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS against the WG-30W.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and WG-30W is 93 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and WG-30W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files however you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX600 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 lb) | 194 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 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 | 290 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $249 | $280 |