Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh WG-4

Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z35 versus Ricoh WG-4, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was introduced 5 years earlier than the WG-4 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z35 scores against the WG-4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 features external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Casio EX-Z35 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z35 vs the WG-4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and WG-4 is 96 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and WG-4.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-4 to give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.