Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Ricoh WG-50 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
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released May 2017
(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
- Revealed September 2014

Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-50 and Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are produced by Ricoh. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The WG-50 was announced 2 years later than the WG-M1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the WG-50 scores versus the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 & Ricoh WG-M1. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Ricoh WG-M1
WG-50 | WG-M1 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | September 2014 | Fresher by 33 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Ricoh WG-50
WG-M1 | WG-50 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Ricoh WG-M1
WG-50 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-50 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh WG-50 and Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-50 compared to the WG-M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-50 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-50 and WG-M1.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher WG-50 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Ricoh WG-50 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh WG-50 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2017-05-24 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | On, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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 | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
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 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 | 300 shots | 350 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $280 | $2,000 |