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Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
29
Overall
33
Casio Exilim EX-H15 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Casio EX-H15
(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
Ricoh WG-M1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 1.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
  • 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
  • Announced September 2014
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Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H15 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-M1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-H15 matches up vs the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-H15 WG-M1 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display dimensions3"1.5"Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution461k115kClearer display (+346k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-H15

 WG-M1 EX-H15 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014January 2010Fresher by 57 months

Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-H15 WG-M1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H15 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-H15 and the WG-M1.

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H15 and WG-M1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H15 and WG-M1.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The older EX-H15 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Portrait photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography info
34
manual focus
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
30
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Street photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography info
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
53
weather sealing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography highlights
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
38
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
great battery pack (350 shots)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Travel photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography factors
64
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
64
great battery pack (350 per charge)
weather sealing
good megapixels (14MP)
no Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography information
46
manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
35
good megapixels (14MP)
weather sealing
great battery pack (350 shots)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (1.5")
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (800)
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H15 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging highlights
28
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic socket
26
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
no microphone port
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Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Casio Exilim EX-H15Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Company Casio Ricoh
Model Casio Exilim EX-H15 Ricoh WG-M1
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-01-06 2014-09-12
Body design Compact 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 800
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-240mm (10.0x) (1×)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.8
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 1.5 inches
Resolution of display 461 thousand dot 115 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s -
Max shutter speed 1/2000s -
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 161g (0.35 lbs) 190g (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") 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 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-90 DB-65
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $300 $2,000