Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
(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
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-H15 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WG-4 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-H15 grades versus the WG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Ricoh WG-4
EX-H15 | WG-4 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Casio EX-H15
WG-4 | EX-H15 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-4
EX-H15 | WG-4 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H15 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-H15 and the WG-4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H15 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H15 and WG-4.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-H15 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Ricoh WG-4 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 161 grams (0.35 pounds) | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-90 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $300 | $330 |