Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Announced August 2009
(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

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was revealed 6 years prior to the WG-M1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Ricoh WG-M1
EX-Z280 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-Z280
WG-M1 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 61 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Ricoh WG-M1
EX-Z280 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 115k | ![]() | 115k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z280 versus the WG-M1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and WG-M1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and WG-M1.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-M1 to offer you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $2,000 |