Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Introduced February 2014

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR700 and Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was announced 12 months earlier than the WG-20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-ZR700 grades versus the WG-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Ricoh WG-20
EX-ZR700 | WG-20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Casio EX-ZR700
WG-20 | EX-ZR700 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Ricoh WG-20
EX-ZR700 | WG-20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR700 provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR700 and Ricoh WG-20 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. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the WG-20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR700 and WG-20.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR700 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 470 photos | 260 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $370 | $370 |