Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50 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
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released May 2017

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Casio EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-50, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was brought out 6 years before the WG-50 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 scores vs the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Ricoh WG-50. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Ricoh WG-50
EX-ZR100 | WG-50 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Casio EX-ZR100
WG-50 | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 71 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-50
EX-ZR100 | WG-50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the WG-50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and WG-50 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and WG-50.
All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh WG-50 to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2017-05-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical 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 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 | - | 300 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $280 |