Ricoh WG-50 vs YI M1

Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh WG-50 and YI M1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and YI. The resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very similar but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-50 was announced 9 months after the M1 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WG-50 grades against the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-50 and YI M1. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-50 and YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-50 versus the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and M1 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and M1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-50 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the YI M1 will offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher WG-50 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.