Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-50 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched May 2017

Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Casio EX-Z33 versus Ricoh WG-50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was launched 8 years earlier than the WG-50 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-Z33 scores against the WG-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Ricoh WG-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Ricoh WG-50
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Casio EX-Z33
WG-50 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 94 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Ricoh WG-50
EX-Z33 | WG-50 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z33 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z33 against the WG-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and WG-50 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z33 and WG-50.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-50 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-08-31 | 2017-05-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106g (0.23 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $120 | $280 |