Kodak Sport vs Ricoh WG-M1

Here, we are matching up the Kodak Sport and Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by brands Kodak and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Sport was unveiled 4 years before the WG-M1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the Sport grades against the WG-M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are available at Kodak Sport Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Sport has outside dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Kodak Sport and Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Sport compared to the WG-M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Sport and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Sport and WG-M1.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to render more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Sport will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.