Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Introduced September 2014
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Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S8500 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm S8500 was revealed 20 months prior to the WG-M1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores vs the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| Fujifilm S8500 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Clearer screen (+345k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Fujifilm S8500
| WG-M1 | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2014 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 20 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Ricoh WG-M1
| Fujifilm S8500 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8500 features external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S8500 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 against the WG-M1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8500 and WG-M1 is 61 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8500 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S8500 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2014-09-12 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 800 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | (1×) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus range | 0cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 1.5 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 115k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | - |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/7000s | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 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 format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 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 images |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $500 | $2,000 |