Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1
Portability
66 Imaging
40 Features
37 Overall
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66 Imaging
40 Features
37 Overall
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Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
22 Overall
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91 Imaging
39 Features
22 Overall
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
Pentax XG-1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Launched July 2014
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
(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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Here is a in-depth overview of the Pentax XG-1 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the XG-1 matches up against the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 & Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| XG-1 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Clearer display (+345k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Pentax XG-1
| WG-M1 | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Ricoh WG-M1
| XG-1 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2014 |  | September 2014 | Similar age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 has outer dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Pentax XG-1 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the XG-1 against the WG-M1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and WG-M1 is 66 and 91 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and WG-M1.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Glossary Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Pentax XG-1 Portrait photography details
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography details
has manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition in class (567g)
weather sealing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
maximum ISO low (800)
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long zoom range (24-1248mm 52.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (240 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
better than average battery pack (350 shots)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long reach (1248mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery pack (240 CIPA)
heavier than competition in class (567 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
better than average battery pack (350 per charge)
weather sealing
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Pentax XG-1 Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography information
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
terrible battery pack (240 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count decent (14MP)
weather sealing
better than average battery pack (350 shots)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than competition in class (567g)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no microphone support
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
| Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2014-07-15 | 2014-09-12 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | (1×) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 1.5 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 115k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | 567g (1.25 lb) | 190g (0.42 lb) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 shots | 350 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LB-060 | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $599 | $2,000 |