Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched August 2011
(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
- Introduced September 2014

Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The FX90 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the WG-M1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FX90 grades vs the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Ricoh WG-M1
FX90 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+345k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic FX90
WG-M1 | FX90 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 37 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX90 and Ricoh WG-M1
FX90 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX90 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FX90 versus the WG-M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FX90 and WG-M1.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to resolve more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FX90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-26 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 1.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.90 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | 200 shots | 350 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $227 | $2,000 |