Casio EX-10 vs Ricoh WG-30

Below is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-10 vs Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and WG-30 (16MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and WG-30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-10 was launched 10 months prior to the WG-30 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-10 scores versus the WG-30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-10 offers physical measurements of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-10 vs Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-10 against the WG-30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-10 and WG-30 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-10 and WG-30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-10 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Ricoh WG-30 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older EX-10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.