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Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
59
Overall
45
Leica C front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Leica C
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
  • 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
  • Launched September 2013
  • Also Known as Typ112
Ricoh WG-M1
(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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Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the C (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the C (1/1.7") and WG-M1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The C was launched 12 months before the WG-M1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the C grades against the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Leica C over the Ricoh WG-M1

 C WG-M1 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Screen size3"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution920k115kSharper screen (+805k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Leica C

 WG-M1 C 
IntroducedSeptember 2014September 2013More modern by 12 months

Common features in the Leica C and Ricoh WG-M1

 C WG-M1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Leica C features external measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the C compared to the WG-M1.

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the C and WG-M1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The C featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Ricoh WG-M1 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged C is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Leica C
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-M1
41
has manual focus
offers face detect focus
supports RAW files
no external flash support
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
29
decent MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Leica C
Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
65
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
52
weather proofing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Leica C
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
38
image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
37
decent MP (14MP)
weather proofing
good battery (350 CIPA)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica C Travel photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography highlights
64
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
no Time Lapse mode
resolution not great (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
64
good battery (350 per charge)
weather proofing
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica C Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography highlights
53
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
no Time Lapse mode
35
decent MP (14MP)
weather proofing
good battery (350 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (1.5 inches)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica C Vlogging details
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging details
39
decently wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have mic support
does not offer selfie friendly display
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of mic jack
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Leica C vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica C and Ricoh WG-M1
 Leica CRicoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand Name Leica Ricoh
Model type Leica C Ricoh WG-M1
Also called as Typ112 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2013-09-08 2014-09-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 41.5mm² 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
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 6400 800
Highest boosted ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-200mm (7.1x) (1×)
Largest aperture f/2.0-5.9 f/2.8
Macro focusing range 3cm -
Crop factor 4.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 1.5 inches
Screen resolution 920k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT Color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 200k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 1 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.46x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60s -
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s -
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 195 grams (0.43 lb) 190 grams (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") 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 250 images 350 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $1,299 $2,000