Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-M1
Portability
93 Imaging
39 Features
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93 Imaging
39 Features
43 Overall
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Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
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91 Imaging
39 Features
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
Casio EX-ZR15
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
Ricoh WG-M1
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(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Launched September 2014
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Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Ricoh WG-M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR15 scores vs the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Ricoh WG-M1
| EX-ZR15 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 115k | Clearer display (+346k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-ZR15
| WG-M1 | EX-ZR15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2014 |  | January 2012 | Newer by 32 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Ricoh WG-M1
| EX-ZR15 | WG-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has specifications of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the WG-M1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and WG-M1 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and WG-M1.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR15 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Casio EX-ZR15 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography factors
you can focus manually
decent MP (16MP)
has face detect focusing
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Casio EX-ZR15 Street photography advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography advice
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
environment sealing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
maximum ISO low (800)
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Casio EX-ZR15 Sports photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography features
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
better than average battery pack (325 per charge)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Casio EX-ZR15 Travel photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography highlights
better than average battery pack (325 shots)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
great battery pack (350 per charge)
environment sealing
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Casio EX-ZR15 Landscape photography features
Ricoh WG-M1 Landscape photography features
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
better than average battery pack (325 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
great battery pack (350 CIPA)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (1.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (800)
does not have RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging with Casio EX-ZR15
Vlogging with Ricoh WG-M1
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing mic port
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
does not have external microphone support
Photography Glossary
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2014-09-12 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
| Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | (1×) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 1.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 115k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | - |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.20 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | 176 grams (0.39 lb) | 190 grams (0.42 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
| 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 | 325 pictures | 350 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-110 | DB-65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $249 | $2,000 |
