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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Ricoh WG-M1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched July 2011
Ricoh WG-M1
(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
  • Revealed September 2014
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview

The following is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was revealed 4 years before the WG-M1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-ZS15 grades vs the WG-M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-ZS15 WG-M1 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 WG-M1 EX-ZS15 
RevealedSeptember 2014July 2011Newer by 38 months
Screen dimensions1.5""Bigger screen (+1.5")
Screen resolution115k0kSharper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Ricoh WG-M1

 EX-ZS15 WG-M1 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 has outer dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS15 and the WG-M1.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and WG-M1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZS15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography info
Ricoh WG-M1 Portrait photography info
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good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
29
good megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography highlights
Ricoh WG-M1 Street photography highlights
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than average in class (154 grams)
low max ISO (0)
52
weather proofing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography details
Ricoh WG-M1 Sports photography details
32
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
37
good megapixels (14MP)
weather proofing
great battery life (350 shots)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Travel photography advice
61
good resolution (14MP)
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (154g)
display is not selfie friendly
64
great battery life (350 per charge)
weather proofing
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (")
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
no RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
35
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
great battery life (350 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length ((1×)mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (1.5 inch)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (800)
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging advice
Ricoh WG-M1 Vlogging advice
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
more heavy than average in class (154g)
26
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
lack of external microphone support
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Ricoh WG-M1
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Ricoh WG-M1
General Information
Brand Name Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Ricoh WG-M1
Class Ultracompact Waterproof
Launched 2011-07-18 2014-09-12
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO - 800
Min native ISO - 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () (1×)
Maximal aperture - f/2.8
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 1.5"
Display resolution 0 thousand dots 115 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154g (0.34 pounds) 190g (0.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5")
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 - 350 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - DB-65
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - microSD/microSDHC, internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $248 $2,000