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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Released September 2014
Sony TF1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
  • 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
  • Released June 2013
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony TF1, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was released 15 months later than the TF1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-M1 scores versus the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony TF1

 WG-M1 TF1 
ReleasedSeptember 2014June 2013Fresher by 15 months

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 TF1 WG-M1 
Screen dimension2.7"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution460k115kSharper screen (+345k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony TF1

 WG-M1 TF1 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 has 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) while the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-M1 vs the TF1.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and TF1.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony TF1 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher WG-M1 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Portrait photography camera
30
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
35
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Street photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Street photography camera
53
environment proofing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low max ISO (800)
69
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features focus via touch
environment proofing
lighter than competitors in class (152g)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Sports photography with Sony TF1
38
MP count good (14MP)
environment proofing
great battery (350 shots)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
42
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proofing
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (240 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography details
Sony TF1 Travel photography details
64
great battery (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
MP count good (14 megapixels)
missing Timelapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than competitors in class (152g)
environment proofing
features focus via touch
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery power (240 shots)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Landscape photography with Sony TF1
35
MP count good (14MP)
environment proofing
great battery (350 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (1.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse function
40
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
terrible battery power (240 shots)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging features
Sony TF1 Vlogging features
26
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
missing microphone socket
33
fairly wide (25mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
lighter than competitors in class (152g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic socket
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony TF1
 Ricoh WG-M1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Company Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh WG-M1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2014-09-12 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range (1×) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 1.5" 2.7"
Display resolution 115k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 2s
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.90 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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 lb) 152 gr (0.34 lb)
Dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 photographs 240 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-65 NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage type microSD/microSDHC, internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Retail cost $2,000 $266