Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-H20G versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was announced 5 years before the WG-5 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-H20G scores against the WG-5 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H20G offers external dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Casio EX-H20G versus Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, 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-H20G against the WG-5 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and WG-5 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H20G and WG-5 GPS.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.