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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90

Portability
91 Imaging
38 Features
22 Overall
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Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 front
Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
35 Overall
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(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
  • Announced September 2014
Sony H90
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 Overview

Here is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was released 2 years later than the H90 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short view of how the WG-M1 matches up vs the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony H90

		

		

			
 WG-M1 H90 
LaunchedSeptember 2014February 2012Fresher by 31 months
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Ricoh WG-M1

		

		

			
 H90 WG-M1 
Screen dimension3"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution461k115kCrisper screen (+346k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony H90

		

		

			
 WG-M1 H90 
Manual focus  No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen  Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen  Lacking Touch friendly screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-M1 enjoys outside measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony H90 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 against the H90.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 size comparison
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and H90 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and H90.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony H90 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher WG-M1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
	
			Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
 Sony H90 as a Portrait photography camera
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 decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
 no manual focus
 no manual exposure
 external flash not possible
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW support
36
 MP count decent (16 megapixels)
 features face detection focusing
 lack of manual focus
 cannot use external flash
 sensor size is small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography highlights
Sony H90 Street photography highlights
52
 weather proof
 no moving screen
 does not have image stabilization
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 doesn't have RAW support
 low maximum ISO (800)
61
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 lighter than others in class (222 grams)
 no moving screen
 sensor size is small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Sports photography with Sony H90
37
 decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
 weather proof
 better than average battery (350 CIPA)
 focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
 lack of shutter priority mode
 does not have image stabilization
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 doesn't have phase detect auto focus
44
 excellent zoom range (24-384mm  16.0 x zoom)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 MP count decent (16 megapixels)
 features tracking autofocus
 low frames per second (1.0 fps)
 lack of shutter priority mode
 sensor size is small (1/2.3")
 lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography information
Sony H90 Travel photography information
64
 better than average battery (350 per charge)
 weather proof
 decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
 doesn't have Timelapse recording
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
69
 lighter than others in class (222 grams)
 MP count decent (16 megapixels)
 built-in flash
 pretty wide (24mm)
 long zoom (384mm)
 does not have Timelapse function
 does not feature selfie friendly screen
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison
 Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
 Sony H90 as a Landscape photography camera
35
 decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
 weather proof
 better than average battery (350 per charge)
 no manual focus
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
 screen is small (1.5")
 no manual exposure
 does not have image stabilization
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 low maximum ISO (800)
 doesn't have RAW support
 doesn't have Timelapse recording
44
 pretty wide (24mm)
 nice screen size (3 inch)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 MP count decent (16MP)
 lack of manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
 sensor size is small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
 does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging factors
Sony H90 Vlogging factors
26
 high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 does not have image stabilization
 doesn't have microphone support
32
 pretty wide (24mm)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 features face detection focusing
 lighter than others in class (222 grams)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
 does not feature selfie friendly screen
 video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
 does not have external microphone jack
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony H90 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony H90
 Ricoh WG-M1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Sony
Model Ricoh WG-M1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2014-09-12 2012-02-28
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  16:9 4:3 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Autofocus continuous    
Autofocus single    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Autofocus live view    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range (1×) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 1.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 115k dot 461k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Screen tech - ClearPhoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 30s
Max shutter speed - 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range no built-in flash 3.70 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe    
AE bracketing    
WB 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input    
Headphone input    
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 seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 190 grams (0.42 pounds) 222 grams (0.49 pounds)
Dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 shots 290 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model DB-65 NP-BG1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC, internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $2,000 $230