Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony A7 II

Here is a complete analysis of the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony A7 II, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-M1 was unveiled 2 months earlier than the A7 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-M1 grades vs the A7 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-M1 has exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony A7 II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony A7 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the A7 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and A7 II is 91 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and A7 II.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-M1 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A7 II will result in extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.