Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Released September 2014

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was released 19 months earlier than the WG-M1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-ZR400 grades versus the WG-M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Ricoh WG-M1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Ricoh WG-M1
EX-ZR400 | WG-M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+346k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-ZR400
WG-M1 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 19 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Ricoh WG-M1
EX-ZR400 | WG-M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with 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) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the WG-M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and WG-M1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and WG-M1.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR400 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR400 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | (1×) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 1.5" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
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 (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), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 | 500 images | 350 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | $2,000 |