Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Launched September 2014
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-565UZ was launched 6 years before the WG-M1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the WG-M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-565UZ & Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Ricoh WG-M1
SP-565UZ | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display size | 2.5" | 1.5" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
WG-M1 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | January 2009 | Newer by 68 months |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Ricoh WG-M1
SP-565UZ | WG-M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ against the WG-M1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and WG-M1 is 72 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and WG-M1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | (1×) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 1.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $400 | $2,000 |