Casio EX-Z400 vs Ricoh WG-50

Lets take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z400 versus Ricoh WG-50, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was revealed 9 years earlier than the WG-50 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z400 scores vs the WG-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 has external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z400 versus Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z400 against the WG-50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z400 and WG-50.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-50 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z400 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.