Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W560

Below, we will be evaluating the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W560, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was announced 3 years later than the W560 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the WG-M1 scores vs the W560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 comes with physical measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W560 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-M1 against the W560.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and W560 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and W560.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger WG-M1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.