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Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX600 HS front
 
Ricoh WG-30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs

Canon SX600 HS
(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
Ricoh WG-30W
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Ricoh WG-30W

 SX600 HS WG-30W 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Canon SX600 HS

 WG-30W SX600 HS 
IntroducedOctober 2014January 2014More modern by 9 months

Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Ricoh WG-30W

 SX600 HS WG-30W 
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W sensor size comparison

Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX600 HS Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh WG-30W Portrait photography highlights
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has manual focus
good MP (16MP)
supports face detect autofocus
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
35
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SX600 HS Street photography information
Ricoh WG-30W Street photography information
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (188 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX600 HS Sports photography features
Ricoh WG-30W Sports photography features
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long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
45
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX600 HS as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-30W as a Travel photography camera
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lighter than competitors in class (188 grams)
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
very long reach (450mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
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weather proof
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX600 HS
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-30W
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has manual focus
fairly wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
43
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SX600 HS
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-30W
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fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1280 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (188g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have mic port
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really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have mic socket
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Canon SX600 HS vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX600 HS and Ricoh WG-30W
 Canon PowerShot SX600 HSRicoh WG-30W
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