Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Revealed January 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
- Revealed September 2014
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Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-630 iHS was launched 20 months before the WG-M1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TG-630 iHS grades versus the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Ricoh WG-M1
| TG-630 iHS | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Sharper display (+345k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
| WG-M1 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2014 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 20 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1
| TG-630 iHS | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS has physical dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS compared to the WG-M1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and WG-M1.
Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-630 iHS will be behind in sensor tech.
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Olympus TG-630 iHS | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2014-09-12 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 167g (0.37 lb) | 190g (0.42 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 220 photos | 350 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LI-50B | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $2,000 |