Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-30

In this article, we will be comparing the Casio EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was brought out 5 years prior to the WG-30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-H20G grades vs the WG-30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-30. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-H20G versus the WG-30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and WG-30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H20G and WG-30.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to produce greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older EX-H20G will be behind with regard to sensor tech.