Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony A7R II

Following is a extended overview of the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony A7R II, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and A7R II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-M1 was brought out 9 months before the A7R II and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-M1 matches up versus the A7R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-M1 & Sony Alpha A7R II. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 provides exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony A7R II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the A7R II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and A7R II is 91 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and A7R II.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-M1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7R II will result in greater detail having its extra 28 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WG-M1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.