Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was launched 10 years earlier than the WG-6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z400 matches up against the WG-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Ricoh WG-6
EX-Z400 | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Casio EX-Z400
WG-6 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 111 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Ricoh WG-6
EX-Z400 | WG-6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z400 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z400 vs the WG-6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and WG-6 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and WG-6.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh WG-6 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-Z400 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Ricoh WG-6 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | 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 | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 246 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 340 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $271 |