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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released September 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
  • Released September 2014
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was manufactured 5 years prior to the WG-M1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-Z16 WG-M1 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-Z16

 WG-M1 EX-Z16 
ReleasedSeptember 2014September 2010More recent by 48 months
Display dimensions1.5""Larger display (+1.5")
Display resolution115k0kClearer display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-Z16 WG-M1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 provides outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z16 against the WG-M1.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and WG-M1 is 99 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and WG-M1.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z16 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography information
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography information
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
30
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography factors
58
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
53
environment proofing
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography factors
27
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
38
MP count good (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
great battery pack (350 per charge)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography highlights
53
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
resolution not great (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
64
great battery pack (350 per charge)
environment proofing
MP count good (14MP)
no Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen ( inches)
no manual exposure
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
35
MP count good (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
great battery pack (350 shots)
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed ((1×)mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (1.5 inches)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
no RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging info
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging info
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (848 x 480 resolution)
does not have mic jack
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
no mic jack
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Make Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Ricoh WG-M1
Type Ultracompact Waterproof
Released 2010-09-20 2014-09-12
Body design 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 alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 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
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
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
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) (1×)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.8
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 1.5 inch
Resolution of display 0k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs -
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash settings 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
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 848x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 190g (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 350 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - DB-65
Time lapse recording
Storage media - microSD/microSDHC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $100 $2,000