Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1

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").

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The 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.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30 & Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.

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).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.

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.