Sony Alpha a1 Vs Ricoh WG-8: full comparison

pros

• This camera autofocus is able to follow moving subjects
• The Sony Alpha a1 is tropicalized - this means you can use it also in adverse atmospheric and environmental conditions without ruining it
• The integrated stabilizer allows you to shoot firmly even in low light conditions
• The LCD display is a convenient and almost indispensable feature
• High resolution in video recording
• The microphone input can be very useful if you shoot videos
• Thanks to burst mode, it's ideal for action photos
• Precise and fast autofocus, ideal for action photos, it performs well even in low light conditions
• Sony Alpha a1 is one of the smallest cameras in its category. This makes it very easy to handle and suitable for street photography and daily use
• The second memory slot makes the camera more reliable, also for professional use
• Thanks to the wireless connection, Sony Alpha a1 allows immediate picture sharing

pros

• This camera autofocus is able to follow moving subjects
• The Ricoh WG-8 is tropicalized - this means you can use it also in adverse atmospheric and environmental conditions without ruining it
• The LCD display is a convenient and almost indispensable feature
• This is one of the brightest cameras in its category, even at the longest zoom settings - a huge plus in sports and nature photography
• Ricoh WG-8 is waterproof. With this camera you can shoot underwater photos, and in extremly wet conditions
• Ricoh WG-8 is one of the smallest cameras in its category. This makes it very easy to handle and suitable for street photography and daily use
• Ricoh WG-8 is one of the lightest cameras in its category. This makes it very well suited for street photography and daily use

cons

• Warning - Ricoh WG-8 battery has only 340.0 shoots autonomy. This might be a limiting factor if you think you'll have to do long photo sessions without having the chance to recharge it.
• The small size of the sensor could lower the quality of the photos