Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony A380
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony A380 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
- Introduced September 2014
(Full Review)
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On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony A380, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the A380 (14MP) is very similar but the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe WG-M1 was released 5 years later than the A380 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WG-M1 grades against the A380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony A380
| WG-M1 | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2014 |  | August 2009 | Fresher by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| A380 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony A380
| WG-M1 | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 features outside dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony A380 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the WG-M1 versus the A380.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and A380 is 91 and 68 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and A380.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The WG-M1 features the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The fresher WG-M1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony A380 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
| Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2014-09-12 | 2009-08-24 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens zoom range | (1×) | - |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | - |
| Total lenses | - | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 1.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | - | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) | 519 gr (1.14 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 614 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 500 shots |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | DB-65 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $2,000 | $899 |
