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Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
91
Imaging
44
Features
35
Overall
40
Ricoh WG-80 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.70" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched May 2022
  • Succeeded the Ricoh WG-70
Ricoh WG-M1
(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
  • Introduced September 2014
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Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are created by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-80 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-80 was unveiled 7 years after the WG-M1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the WG-80 scores against the WG-M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 WG-80 WG-M1 
IntroducedMay 2022September 2014Newer by 94 months
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display size2.70"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kSharper display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Ricoh WG-80

 WG-M1 WG-80 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-80 and Ricoh WG-M1

 WG-80 WG-M1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-80 has outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-80 vs the WG-M1.

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-80 and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-80 and WG-M1.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-80 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The younger WG-80 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-80 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
43
you can focus manually
MP count good (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-80 Street photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography features
55
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
53
environment proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh WG-80
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
43
MP count good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proofing
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
38
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
environment proof
great battery life (350 per charge)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-80 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
71
environment proofing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
64
great battery life (350 per charge)
environment proof
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
missing Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-80 Landscape photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography info
44
you can focus manually
relatively wide (28mm)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.70 inch)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
environment proof
great battery life (350 shots)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5 inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-80 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging highlights
31
relatively wide (28mm)
supports face detection autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
missing external mic jack
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
missing external microphone socket
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Ricoh WG-80 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-80 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Ricoh WG-80Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Ricoh
Model Ricoh WG-80 Ricoh WG-M1
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Launched 2022-05-19 2014-09-12
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 800
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) (1×)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.8
Macro focus range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.70 inches 1.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 115k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs -
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash settings On, off no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 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 file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 193g (0.43 lb) 190g (0.42 lb)
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 Overall 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 type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model D-LI92 DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card microSD/microSDHC, internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $300 $2,000