Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(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
- Introduced September 2014
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Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SZ-15 was revealed 14 months prior to the WG-M1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-15 grades versus the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| SZ-15 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Crisper display (+345k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Olympus SZ-15
| WG-M1 | SZ-15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2014 |  | June 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Ricoh WG-M1
| SZ-15 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 has got external dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 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).
Look at the Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SZ-15 and the WG-M1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and WG-M1 is 88 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-15 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SZ-15 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Olympus SZ-15 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model | Olympus SZ-15 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2014-09-12 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | (1×) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 1.5" |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 115k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | - |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 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 | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 250g (0.55 lb) | 190g (0.42 lb) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | 350 photographs |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | SLB-10A | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $200 | $2,000 |
