Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(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
(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
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
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").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe XG-1 was launched within a month of the WG-M1 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.
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.
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
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 | |||
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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 |
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Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Ricoh WG-M1
XG-1 | WG-M1 | |||
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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.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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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 |