Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2009
(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
- Revealed September 2014

Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm A100 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A100 was announced 6 years prior to the WG-M1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm A100 grades vs the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A100 & Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm A100 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Ricoh WG-M1
Fujifilm A100 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Fujifilm A100
WG-M1 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 68 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Ricoh WG-M1
Fujifilm A100 | WG-M1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm A100 enjoys physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm A100 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm A100 compared to the WG-M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A100 and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A100 and WG-M1.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-02-04 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
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 | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | (1×) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $0 | $2,000 |