Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony a1

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony a1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) offer different sensor measurements.

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The WG-M1 was revealed 7 years prior to the a1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-M1 scores vs the a1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Alpha a1. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 has physical dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony a1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 versus the a1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and a1 is 91 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and a1.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-M1 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony a1 will render extra detail because of its extra 36MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older WG-M1 will be behind in sensor technology.