Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Earlier Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- Refreshed by Ricoh WG-6
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Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z280 was released 6 years before the WG-5 GPS and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the WG-5 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
| EX-Z280 | WG-5 GPS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Casio EX-Z280
| WG-5 GPS | EX-Z280 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2015 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 66 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 115k | Clearer screen (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
| EX-Z280 | WG-5 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z280 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the WG-5 GPS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and WG-5 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and WG-5 GPS.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2015-02-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 115k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 14.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 236 grams (0.52 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - | 240 pictures |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-80 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $180 | $500 |