Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 Overview
Lets look closer at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-M1 was released 5 years after the W220 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-M1 scores against the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony W220
WG-M1 | W220 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 70 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Ricoh WG-M1
W220 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony W220
WG-M1 | W220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-M1 provides external measurements 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 W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-M1 versus the W220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and W220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and W220.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-09-12 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | (1×) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 1.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 lbs) | 147g (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $2,000 | $160 |