Leica M10 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Leica M10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 660g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Released January 2017
- New Model is Leica M11
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced February 2014
Leica M10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Leica M10 versus Ricoh WG-4, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the M10 (24MP) and WG-4 (16MP) and the M10 (Full frame) and WG-4 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe M10 was announced 2 years later than the WG-4 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M10 matches up vs the WG-4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica M10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M10 & Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M10 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M10 over the Ricoh WG-4
M10 | WG-4 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | February 2014 | Fresher by 36 months | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Clearer screen (+577k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Leica M10
WG-4 | M10 |
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Common features in the Leica M10 and Ricoh WG-4
M10 | WG-4 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Leica M10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M10 enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Leica M10 versus Ricoh WG-4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the M10 versus the WG-4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M10 and WG-4 is 75 and 90 respectively.
Leica M10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M10 and WG-4.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M10 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Leica M10 will give you greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The younger M10 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Leica M10 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Leica M10 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Ricoh |
Model type | Leica M10 | Ricoh WG-4 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2017-01-18 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5952 x 3992 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 59 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 660 grams (1.46 pounds) | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 86 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2133 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $7,595 | $330 |