Casio EX-Z2000 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z2000 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the WG-5 GPS (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was released 6 years prior to the WG-5 GPS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-Z2000 matches up versus the WG-5 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 & Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery & Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z2000 features outer measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z2000 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z2000 compared to the WG-5 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z2000 and WG-5 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z2000 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-5 GPS to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z2000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.