Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS 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
- Launched July 2011
(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
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Successor is Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-4 GPS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR100 grades vs the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
EX-ZR100 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Casio EX-ZR100
WG-4 GPS | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 31 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
EX-ZR100 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and WG-4 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and WG-4 GPS.
Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + 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), 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 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic 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 | 204g (0.45 lbs) | 235g (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" 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 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $300 | $210 |