Casio EX-Z550 vs Ricoh WG-20

Here is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-Z550 and Ricoh WG-20, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was launched 5 years prior to the WG-20 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z550 grades versus the WG-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z550 and Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z550 and the WG-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and WG-20 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and WG-20.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-Z550 is going to be behind in sensor technology.