Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched February 2020
- Renewed by Ricoh WG-80

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was unveiled 11 years before the WG-70 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-G1 scores vs the WG-70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Ricoh WG-70. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Ricoh WG-70
EX-G1 | WG-70 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Casio EX-G1
WG-70 | EX-G1 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | November 2009 | More recent by 124 months |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Ricoh WG-70
EX-G1 | WG-70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-G1 provides outside measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-G1 and the WG-70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and WG-70 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and WG-70.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-70 to render more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-G1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-11-18 | 2020-02-04 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 grams (0.34 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-800 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $61 | $280 |