Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony RX10

Below, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony RX10, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-M1 was unveiled 6 months later than the RX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-M1 scores vs the RX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 features exterior dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony RX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WG-M1 against the RX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and RX10 is 91 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and RX10.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WG-M1 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX10 will provide extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.