Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony RX100 VII

Below, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony RX100 VII, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and RX100 VII (20MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-M1 was launched 5 years earlier than the RX100 VII which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WG-M1 matches up versus the RX100 VII in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-M1 has got external measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VII has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony RX100 VII in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the RX100 VII.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and RX100 VII is 91 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and RX100 VII.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-M1 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX100 VII will show greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WG-M1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.