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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Ricoh WG-5 GPS front
Portability
90
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
  • Introduced February 2015
  • Older Model is Ricoh WG-4 GPS
  • Successor is Ricoh WG-6
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview

Here is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-ZS10 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WG-5 GPS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZS10 matches up vs the WG-5 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS

 EX-ZS10 WG-5 GPS 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Casio EX-ZS10

 WG-5 GPS EX-ZS10 
IntroducedFebruary 2015January 2011Fresher by 49 months
Manually focus More precise focusing
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution460k0kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS

 EX-ZS10 WG-5 GPS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS10 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZS10 versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZS10 vs the WG-5 GPS.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS10 and WG-5 GPS is 99 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS10 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-ZS10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
41
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Street photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
49
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
59
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition (236 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sports photography highlights
32
decent MP (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proofing
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (240 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
71
decent MP (14MP)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
weather proofing
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
terrible battery (240 CIPA)
heavier than competition (236 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Landscape photography with Ricoh WG-5 GPS
33
good maximum aperture (f)
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
screen is small ( inches)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
54
has manual focus
reasonably wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-5 GPS Vlogging highlights
27
good maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic jack
34
reasonably wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than competition (236 grams)
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Ricoh WG-5 GPS
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Ricoh
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Type Ultracompact Waterproof
Announced 2011-01-05 2015-02-10
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO - 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 25-100mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 3"
Resolution of screen 0 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 14.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 10.40 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings - Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 236 grams (0.52 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3")
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 - 240 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI92
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $120 $500