Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Casio EX-ZR400 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
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was introduced 12 months prior to the WG-20 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR400 matches up versus the WG-20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Ricoh WG-20
EX-ZR400 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Casio EX-ZR400
WG-20 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Ricoh WG-20
EX-ZR400 | WG-20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the WG-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and WG-20.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR400 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR400 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
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) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
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, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 500 images | 260 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $370 |