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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Ricoh WG-M1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Released September 2014
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Photography Glossary

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 Overview

Lets examine more closely at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620, 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 W620 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-M1 was launched 2 years after the W620 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WG-M1 matches up against the W620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony W620

 WG-M1 W620 
IntroducedSeptember 2014January 2012Newer by 33 months

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 W620 WG-M1 
Display dimension2.7"1.5"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k115kCrisper display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony W620

 WG-M1 W620 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-M1 features exterior dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-M1 and the W620.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and W620 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and W620.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger WG-M1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography info
Sony W620 Portrait photography info
30
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
33
decent MP (14 megapixels)
provides face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography highlights
Sony W620 Street photography highlights
53
environment proofing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
max ISO too low (800)
56
lighter than average (116g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W620 as a Sports photography camera
38
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
great battery pack (350 shots)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
32
decent MP (14MP)
provides tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
Travel photography with Sony W620
64
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
68
lighter than average (116 grams)
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography information
Sony W620 Landscape photography information
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (1.5")
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
33
rather wide (28mm)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
Vlogging with Sony W620
26
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
doesn't have mic support
30
rather wide (28mm)
provides face detect focus
lighter than average (116 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony W620
 Ricoh WG-M1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Make Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh WG-M1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2014-09-12 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
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 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range (1×) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 1.5" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 115 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 10.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.00 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 Eye-Fi Connected
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 grams (0.42 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images 220 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-65 NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC, internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Cost at release $2,000 $102