FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S1880
(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
- Launched September 2014

FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1800 was announced 5 years earlier than the WG-M1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S1800 grades vs the WG-M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Ricoh WG-M1
S1800 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the FujiFilm S1800
WG-M1 | S1800 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 56 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Ricoh WG-M1
S1800 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S1800 compared to the WG-M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and WG-M1 is 78 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1800 and WG-M1.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-M1 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older S1800 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm S1800 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | (1×) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 1.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $180 | $2,000 |