Olympus SH-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus SH-1 and Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was introduced 5 months earlier than the WG-M1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SH-1 scores versus the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SH-1 enjoys outer dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SH-1 and Ricoh WG-M1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SH-1 vs the WG-M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and WG-M1 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-1 and WG-M1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus SH-1 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.