Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Revealed September 2010
(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
- Updated by Ricoh WG-6

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Overview
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").

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.

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
EX-H20G | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Casio EX-H20G
WG-5 GPS | EX-H20G | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 53 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Ricoh WG-5 GPS
EX-H20G | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Physical Comparison
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.

Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Sensor Comparison
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.

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Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Ricoh WG-5 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 14.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216g (0.48 lbs) | 236g (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-90 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $500 |