Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released July 2010
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Below is a complete review of the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-M1 was announced 4 years later than the WX5 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-M1 grades against the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-M1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony WX5
| WG-M1 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2014 |  | July 2010 | More recent by 51 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| WX5 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 2.8" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.3") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 115k | Crisper display (+346k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony WX5
| WG-M1 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 provides external measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-M1 vs the WX5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and WX5 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and WX5.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2014-09-12 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | (1×) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 1.5 inch | 2.8 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | - | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.10 m |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lb) | 146 gr (0.32 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | DB-65 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $2,000 | $250 |
