Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB700
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Announced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced December 2010
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In this write-up, we will be comparing the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB700, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-M1 was manufactured 3 years after the WB700 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-M1 scores vs the WB700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 & Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Samsung WB700
| WG-M1 | WB700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2014 |  | December 2010 | Newer by 46 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| WB700 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+499k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Samsung WB700
| WG-M1 | WB700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 has got outside measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Samsung WB700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-M1 against the WB700.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and WB700.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files however you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer WG-M1 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung WB700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Samsung WB700 |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2014-09-12 | 2010-12-28 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | (1×) | () |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 1.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 115k dot | 614k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | - | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) | - |
| Dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 | 350 photos | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | DB-65 | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | - |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $2,000 | $300 |