Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released March 2015
- Previous Model is Olympus SH-1
- Successor is Olympus SH-3
(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

Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SH-2 versus Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SH-2 was manufactured 6 months after the WG-M1 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SH-2 matches up against the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Ricoh WG-M1
SH-2 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+345k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Olympus SH-2
WG-M1 | SH-2 |
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Common features in the Olympus SH-2 and Ricoh WG-M1
SH-2 | WG-M1 | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | ![]() | September 2014 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-2 comes with outside dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-2 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SH-2 vs the WG-M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and WG-M1 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SH-2 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SH-2 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2015-03-11 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | (1×) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lb) | 190 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" 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 | 380 shots | 350 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $399 | $2,000 |