• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Pentax S1 advantages over Ricoh WG-20

  • Thinner
    21 mm vs 28 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    125g vs 164g
    Lighter weight

Ricoh WG-20 advantages over Pentax S1

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm Z90

Pentax S1
Fujifilm Z90
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Manual focus
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
Ricoh WG-20
Fujifilm Z90
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner

Compared to Nikon S100

Pentax S1
Nikon S100
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $89
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen
Ricoh WG-20
Nikon S100
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $89
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Panasonic TS20

Pentax S1
Panasonic TS20
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus
  • $119
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Waterproof
  • More pixels
Ricoh WG-20
Panasonic TS20
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus
  • $119
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Thinner
  • More pixels

Compared to Pentax WG-10

Pentax S1
Pentax WG-10
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • HDMI out
Ricoh WG-20
Pentax WG-10
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Fujifilm AX650

Pentax S1
Fujifilm AX650
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Manual focus
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
Ricoh WG-20
Fujifilm AX650
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
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