Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- 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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Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax X90 and Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe X90 was launched 5 years prior to the WG-M1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the X90 matches up against the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| X90 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 2.7" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Pentax X90
| WG-M1 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2014 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 50 months |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Ricoh WG-M1
| X90 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X90 has outer dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the X90 against the WG-M1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and WG-M1 is 69 and 91 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and WG-M1.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Pentax X90 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Ricoh |
| Model | Pentax X90 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Released | 2010-07-06 | 2014-09-12 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor 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 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | (1×) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lb) | 190 gr (0.42 lb) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 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 shots |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-L106 | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $350 | $2,000 |