Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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![Leica V-Lux 40 front Leica V-Lux 40 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-V-Lux-40/Leica-V-Lux-40-front.jpg)
![Ricoh WG-M1 front Ricoh WG-M1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-WG-M1/Ricoh-WG-M1-front.jpg)
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2012
(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
- Announced September 2014
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The V-Lux 40 was launched 3 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the WG-M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Ricoh WG-M1
V-Lux 40 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+346k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Leica V-Lux 40
WG-M1 | V-Lux 40 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | September 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 28 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh WG-M1
V-Lux 40 | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the WG-M1.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-M1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-M1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged V-Lux 40 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-M1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-M1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Ricoh |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-05-10 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | (1×) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 1.5" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210 gr (0.46 pounds) | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 210 images | 350 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $699 | $2,000 |