Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released February 2014
Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-Z33 versus Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z33 was revealed 5 years before the WG-4 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the WG-4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Ricoh WG-4. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Ricoh WG-4
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Casio EX-Z33
WG-4 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | August 2009 | Fresher by 53 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Ricoh WG-4
EX-Z33 | WG-4 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z33 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z33 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z33 versus the WG-4.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and WG-4 is 97 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and WG-4.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to give extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Ricoh WG-4 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 106 grams (0.23 lb) | 230 grams (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-82 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $120 | $330 |