Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2010
(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
- Released September 2014

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-S7 was revealed 5 years prior to the WG-M1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-S7 scores vs the WG-M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Ricoh WG-M1
EX-S7 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-S7
WG-M1 | EX-S7 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 55 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Ricoh WG-M1
EX-S7 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S7 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-S7 compared to the WG-M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and WG-M1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S7 and WG-M1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older EX-S7 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-02-21 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | (1×) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 1.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 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 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), 320 x 240 (15 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 file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 pounds) | 190g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $140 | $2,000 |