Casio EX-Z29 vs Ricoh WG-50

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z29 versus Ricoh WG-50, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and WG-50 (16MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and WG-50 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z29 was revealed 9 years prior to the WG-50 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z29 grades against the WG-50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z29 comes with outer dimensions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Ricoh WG-50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z29 against the WG-50.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z29 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z29 and WG-50.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z29 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh WG-50 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.