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Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Casio EX-H20G
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
  • Introduced September 2010
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
  • Announced September 2014
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Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was announced 5 years prior to the WG-M1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-H20G matches up versus the WG-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-H20G WG-M1 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen dimensions3"1.5"Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution461k115kCrisper screen (+346k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-H20G

 WG-M1 EX-H20G 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014September 2010More modern by 48 months

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-H20G WG-M1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H20G provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H20G against the WG-M1.

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and WG-M1.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography factors
35
has manual focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-H20G
Street photography with Ricoh WG-M1
53
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than competition (216 grams)
53
environment sealing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Sports photography camera
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
38
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (350 shots)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-H20G
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-M1
60
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (216g)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
64
better than average battery pack (350 shots)
environment sealing
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-H20G
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-M1
46
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Timelapse mode
35
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
environment sealing
better than average battery pack (350 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (1.5 inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (800)
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-H20G
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
27
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
more heavy than competition (216g)
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of mic port
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Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-M1
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GRicoh WG-M1
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Ricoh
Model Casio Exilim EX-H20G Ricoh WG-M1
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2010-09-20 2014-09-12
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type CCD 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 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
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-240mm (10.0x) (1×)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.8
Macro focus range 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 1.5"
Screen resolution 461k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs -
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format H.264 H.264
Mic 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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 216 gr (0.48 lbs) 190 gr (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" 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
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-90 DB-65
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $300 $2,000