Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced August 2012
(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
- Released September 2014

Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The VH-410 was revealed 3 years before the WG-M1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the VH-410 matches up versus the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VH-410 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Ricoh WG-M1
VH-410 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+345k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Olympus VH-410
WG-M1 | VH-410 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 25 months |
Common features in the Olympus VH-410 and Ricoh WG-M1
VH-410 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-410 features external measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the VH-410 vs the WG-M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-410 and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-410 and WG-M1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus VH-410 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older VH-410 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Olympus VH-410 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus VH-410 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 1.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 lbs) | 190g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 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 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $186 | $2,000 |