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Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
43
Overall
38
Canon SX220 HS front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Canon SX220 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
  • Launched February 2011
Ricoh WG-M1
(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
  • Released September 2014
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Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX220 HS and Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX220 HS was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX220 HS scores versus the WG-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Ricoh WG-M1

 SX220 HS WG-M1 
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Display dimension3"1.5"Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution461k115kCrisper display (+346k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Canon SX220 HS

 WG-M1 SX220 HS 
ReleasedSeptember 2014February 2011More modern by 43 months

Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Ricoh WG-M1

 SX220 HS WG-M1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Canon SX220 HS and Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX220 HS vs the WG-M1.

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and WG-M1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and WG-M1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to render extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX220 HS Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography factors
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focusing manually
above average flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
supports face detect autofocus
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX220 HS Street photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography features
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
53
environment sealing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SX220 HS
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
36
great zoom range (28-392mm 14.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
slow fps (3.0 fps)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (210 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
38
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
great battery power (350 per charge)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SX220 HS
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
60
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
long zoom (392mm)
no Timelapse function
not so great battery (210 per charge)
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
64
great battery power (350 shots)
environment sealing
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX220 HS Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography information
42
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
not so great battery (210 per charge)
no Timelapse function
35
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
great battery power (350 shots)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (1.5")
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SX220 HS
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
34
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
no microphone support
26
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have external microphone jack
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Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX220 HS and Ricoh WG-M1
 Canon SX220 HSRicoh WG-M1
General Information
Company Canon Ricoh
Model type Canon SX220 HS Ricoh WG-M1
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Launched 2011-02-07 2014-09-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-392mm (14.0x) (1×)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 1.5 inches
Resolution of screen 461k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech PureColor II TG TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs -
Highest shutter speed 1/3200 secs -
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/2000 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 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 file format H.264 H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 - 190 grams (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") 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 210 shots 350 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-5L DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $399 $2,000