Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W530

The following is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony W530, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was announced 3 years after the W530 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WG-M1 grades versus the W530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. 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 W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sony W530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-M1 vs the W530.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and W530 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-M1 and W530.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-M1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.