Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6
(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

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS1 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and WG-M1 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

The ZS1 was manufactured 6 years prior to the WG-M1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS1 scores against the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Ricoh WG-M1
ZS1 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic ZS1
WG-M1 | ZS1 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 64 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS1 and Ricoh WG-M1
ZS1 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS1 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS1 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS1 against the WG-M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS1 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS1 and WG-M1.
As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh WG-M1 will produce more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged ZS1 will be behind in sensor tech.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ6 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | (1×) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 229 grams (0.50 pounds) | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 | - | 350 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $0 | $2,000 |