Ricoh
WG-1000
Entry rugged waterproof compact with 16.35MP sensor, 4x 27-108mm equivalent zoom, USB-C, and simple controls.
$229
Released Jun 2024
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 5 months newer.
Wins
WG-1000
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 9)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- AWG-1000 has lower Weight (220 g vs 743 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 16.35 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
WG-1000
116 × 69 × 51 mm
220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
WG-1000 is 20mm narrower, 28mm shorter, and 32mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
WG-1000 is 523 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 51mm WG-1000 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
WG-1000: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
WG-1000
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Pet
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116, 68.5, 50.5
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
220 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 9 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 16.35 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
WG-1000
Pros
- ✓Waterproof and dustproof
- ✓USB-C
- ✓Affordable rugged camera
- ✓4x optical zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Full HD only
- –Basic feature set
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, WG-1000 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for WG-1000 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the WG-1000 and Alpha 1 II?
WG-1000 is 16.35 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the WG-1000 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
WG-1000 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the WG-1000 and Alpha 1 II?
WG-1000 weighs 220 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the WG-1000 is 523 g lighter.
Do the WG-1000 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
WG-1000: Full HD. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the WG-1000 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
WG-1000: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 300 shots (CIPA) for the WG-1000 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
WG-1000 launched at $229 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The WG-1000 is $6,270 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Ricoh and Sony press materials.