Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Revealed May 2011
(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
- Launched September 2014
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Following is a complete overview of the Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe V-Lux 30 was brought out 4 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the WG-M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| V-Lux 30 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+345k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Leica V-Lux 30
| WG-M1 | V-Lux 30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2014 |  | May 2011 | More modern by 40 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh WG-M1
| V-Lux 30 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and 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).
Examine the Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the WG-M1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and WG-M1 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and WG-M1.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 30 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Ricoh |
| Model | Leica V-Lux 30 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2011-05-26 | 2014-09-12 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | (1×) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 115k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 219 grams (0.48 lbs) | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 260 photos | 350 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $900 | $2,000 |