Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70 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
- Revealed September 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
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Its time to look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-M1 (14MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-M1 was released 2 years later than the WX70 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WG-M1 grades against the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sony WX70
| WG-M1 | WX70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2014 |  | January 2012 | More recent by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| WX70 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 115k | Sharper screen (+807k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sony WX70
| WG-M1 | WX70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 provides exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-M1 versus the WX70.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and WX70 is 91 and 97 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and WX70.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony WX70 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger WG-M1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
| Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2014-09-12 | 2012-01-30 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | 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 | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 800 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | (1×) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 1.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | - | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) | 114 gr (0.25 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 240 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | DB-65 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $2,000 | $242 |