Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H20
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Launched May 2009
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Here, we are evaluating the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony H20, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and H20 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-M1 was announced 5 years later than the H20 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-M1 scores vs the H20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony H20
| WG-M1 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2014 |  | May 2009 | More recent by 65 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| H20 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony H20
| WG-M1 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 offers external 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 H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony H20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-M1 against the H20.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and H20 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and H20.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to render extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger WG-M1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H20 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2014-09-12 | 2009-05-14 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| 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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | (1×) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-4.4 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 1.5" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.10 m |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 pounds) | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
| 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 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | DB-65 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $2,000 | $249 |
