Ricoh GR III vs Ricoh WG-M1

Here is a extended analysis of the Ricoh GR III versus Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the GR III (24MP) and WG-M1 (14MP) and the GR III (APS-C) and WG-M1 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The GR III was brought out 4 years later than the WG-M1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the GR III matches up vs the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR III and Ricoh WG-M1. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR III Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR III enjoys outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR III versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GR III against the WG-M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR III and WG-M1 is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR III and WG-M1.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GR III featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Ricoh GR III will produce greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GR III will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.