Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was brought out 3 years prior to the WG-20 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Ricoh WG-20
EX-ZR15 | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Casio EX-ZR15
WG-20 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 25 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Ricoh WG-20
EX-ZR15 | WG-20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 provides outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the WG-20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and WG-20 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and WG-20.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR15 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older EX-ZR15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | 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 range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 325 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $249 | $370 |