Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Released November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Launched February 2015
- Old Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-6
Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-G1 was released 6 years before the WG-5 GPS which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-G1 matches up versus the WG-5 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
EX-G1 | WG-5 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Casio EX-G1
WG-5 GPS | EX-G1 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | November 2009 | More modern by 63 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
EX-G1 | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-G1 and the WG-5 GPS.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and WG-5 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and WG-5 GPS.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-11-18 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154 gr (0.34 lbs) | 236 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-800 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $61 | $500 |