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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 front
 
Ricoh WG-70 front
Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
41

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Announced May 2012
Ricoh WG-70
(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
  • Revealed February 2020
  • Later Model is Ricoh WG-80
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview

Following is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh WG-70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was announced 8 years before the WG-70 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR300 matches up against the WG-70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Ricoh WG-70

 EX-ZR300 WG-70 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Casio EX-ZR300

 WG-70 EX-ZR300 
RevealedFebruary 2020May 2012More modern by 93 months

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh WG-70

 EX-ZR300 WG-70 
Focus manually More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR300 features exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh WG-70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR300 vs the WG-70.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and WG-70 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and WG-70.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images but you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Portrait photography features
Ricoh WG-70 Portrait photography features
39
manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
42
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Street photography details
Ricoh WG-70 Street photography details
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (205 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
62
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Sports photography information
Ricoh WG-70 Sports photography information
55
excellent zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
better than average battery life (500 per charge)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
50
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZR300
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-70
71
better than average battery life (500 shots)
lighter than competition (205 grams)
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
great reach (300mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
71
weather proofing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-70 Landscape photography information
52
manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
better than average battery life (500 per charge)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
49
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR300 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh WG-70 as a Vlogging camera
33
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (205 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external mic support
33
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have mic jack
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh WG-70
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR300Ricoh WG-70
General Information
Make Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 Ricoh WG-70
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Announced 2012-05-22 2020-02-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 80 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type 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 distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.70 m 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye On, off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Yes (Wireless)
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 205g (0.45 lb) 193g (0.43 lb)
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 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 500 photos 300 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-130 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $329 $280