Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Introduced July 2013
(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
- Announced September 2014
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Following is a complete analysis of the Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and WG-M1 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe MX-1 was manufactured 14 months earlier than the WG-M1 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the MX-1 scores versus the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| MX-1 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 115k | Sharper screen (+805k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Pentax MX-1
| WG-M1 | MX-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2014 |  | July 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Common features in the Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh WG-M1
| MX-1 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax MX-1 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the MX-1 and the WG-M1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the MX-1 and WG-M1 is 84 and 91 respectively.
Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the MX-1 and WG-M1.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The MX-1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh WG-M1 will show greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged MX-1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Pentax MX-1 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
| Model type | Pentax MX-1 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2013-07-01 | 2014-09-12 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | (1×) |
| Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD with AR coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 391 gr (0.86 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 49 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 208 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 images | 350 images |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-Li-106 | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $400 | $2,000 |