Ricoh WG-4 vs YI M1

Here, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-4 and YI M1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and YI. The sensor resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the WG-4 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-4 was announced 3 years prior to the M1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-4 matches up against the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 & YI M1. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 offers physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-4 against the M1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and M1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and M1.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-4 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the YI M1 will give you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WG-4 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.