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Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
91
Imaging
33
Features
25
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Panasonic ZS1
(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
Ricoh WG-M1
(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
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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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 ZS1 WG-M1 
Screen sizing2.7"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution230k115kCrisper screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Panasonic ZS1

 WG-M1 ZS1 
LaunchedSeptember 2014May 2009Newer by 64 months

Common features in the Panasonic ZS1 and Ricoh WG-M1

 ZS1 WG-M1 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

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

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Portrait photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography features
25
has face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
no RAW support
29
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic ZS1
Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (229 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
no RAW support
52
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Sports photography camera
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
no phase detect auto focus
37
MP count decent (14MP)
weather proofing
good battery power (350 CIPA)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic ZS1
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
63
lighter than competition in class (229g)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
long zoom (300mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
64
good battery power (350 per charge)
weather proofing
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography highlights
31
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
no RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
35
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
good battery power (350 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5 inch)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging advice
31
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
lighter than competition in class (229 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic port
26
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
lack of microphone socket
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS1 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1Ricoh WG-M1
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