Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh WG-20

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z35 and Ricoh WG-20, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-Z35 grades versus the WG-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z35 and the WG-20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and WG-20 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and WG-20.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-20 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.