Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Released January 2012
(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
- Released September 2014
Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the VS20 grades versus the WG-M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio VS20 & Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are available at Pentax VS20 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Ricoh WG-M1
VS20 | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 115k | Sharper screen (+345k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Pentax VS20
WG-M1 | VS20 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | January 2012 | More modern by 32 months |
Common features in the Pentax VS20 and Ricoh WG-M1
VS20 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax VS20 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the VS20 and the WG-M1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the VS20 and WG-M1 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and WG-M1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Pentax VS20 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged VS20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Pentax Optio VS20 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Optio VS20 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-01-25 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | (1×) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-4.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 235g (0.52 lb) | 190g (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI122 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $106 | $2,000 |