Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Casio EX-ZR100 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
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(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
- Launched October 2014

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Casio EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was brought out 4 years before the WG-30W and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR100 grades against the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Ricoh WG-30W
EX-ZR100 | WG-30W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Casio EX-ZR100
WG-30W | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Launched | October 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 39 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-30W
EX-ZR100 | WG-30W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-30W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the WG-30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and WG-30W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and WG-30W.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to show more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | 204 grams (0.45 lbs) | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $300 | $280 |