Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 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
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Here is a complete assessment of the Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof cameras and both are produced by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-30 was launched around the same time to the WG-M1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WG-30 grades against the WG-M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| WG-30 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 2.7" | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Ricoh WG-30
| WG-M1 | WG-30 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Ricoh WG-M1
| WG-30 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | October 2014 | September 2014 | Same age | |
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 has outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-30 versus the WG-M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and WG-M1.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-30 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-30 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
| Model | Ricoh WG-30 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2014-09-12 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 1.5" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 115k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 | 192g (0.42 pounds) | 190g (0.42 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 300 shots | 350 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $428 | $2,000 |