Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was manufactured 5 years prior to the WG-30W which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR10 scores vs the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Ricoh WG-30W
EX-ZR10 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Casio EX-ZR10
WG-30W | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Released | October 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Ricoh WG-30W
EX-ZR10 | WG-30W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR10 comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR10 vs the WG-30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR10 and WG-30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR10 and WG-30W.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR10 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2014-10-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 pounds) | 194g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $190 | $280 |