Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony TX9

Let's look closer at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony TX9, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was manufactured 4 years later than the TX9 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the WG-M1 scores vs the TX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 has physical dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony TX9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the TX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and TX9 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and TX9.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher WG-M1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.