Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Launched February 2014

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony H400, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WG-M1 was introduced 8 months later than the H400 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-M1 scores vs the H400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony H400
WG-M1 | H400 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Ricoh WG-M1
H400 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony H400
WG-M1 | H400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 offers physical 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 H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-M1 against the H400.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and H400.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony H400 to produce greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-09-12 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
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 | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | (1×) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 1.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, 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 | 190g (0.42 lb) | 628g (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $2,000 | $268 |