Ricoh WG-M1 vs Zeiss ZX1

Let's look much closer at the Ricoh WG-M1 and Zeiss ZX1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Zeiss. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizes.

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The WG-M1 was brought out 5 years earlier than the ZX1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the WG-M1 scores vs the ZX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-M1 & Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 has outside 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) and the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-M1 and Zeiss ZX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-M1 compared to the ZX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and ZX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and ZX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-M1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer you extra detail having its extra 23 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged WG-M1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.