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Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
16
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Casio EX-G1
(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
  • Revealed November 2009
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Revealed September 2014
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Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-G1 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WG-M1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-G1 scores against the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-G1 WG-M1 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Screen size2.5"1.5"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution230k115kCrisper screen (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-G1

 WG-M1 EX-G1 
RevealedSeptember 2014November 2009Fresher by 58 months

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-G1 WG-M1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys exterior 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-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-G1 and the WG-M1.

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and WG-M1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The visual here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and WG-M1.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Portrait photography camera
27
focusing manually
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
29
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Street photography camera
53
weather proofing
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than average (154 grams)
52
environment sealing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-G1
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-M1
23
weather proofing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250 seconds)
max fps low (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
37
megapixel count good (14MP)
environment sealing
good battery pack (350 per charge)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Travel photography camera
54
weather proofing
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (154g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
64
good battery pack (350 per charge)
environment sealing
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
does not feature selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography features
31
focusing manually
weather proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
35
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5 inch)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (800)
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not good (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
heavier than average (154g)
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
does not have external microphone jack
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Casio EX-G1 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Company Casio Ricoh
Model Casio Exilim EX-G1 Ricoh WG-M1
Class Ultracompact Waterproof
Revealed 2009-11-18 2014-09-12
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 800
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 38-114mm (3.0x) (1×)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/2.8
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 1.5 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs -
Max shutter speed 1/1250 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.40 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154g (0.34 pounds) 190g (0.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 - 350 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-800 DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media microSD/microSDHC card, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $61 $2,000