Casio EX-Z550 vs Ricoh WG-50

On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z550 vs Ricoh WG-50, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was unveiled 8 years prior to the WG-50 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the WG-50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Ricoh WG-50. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 features outer dimensions 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-50 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z550 vs Ricoh WG-50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z550 against the WG-50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and WG-50.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-50 to show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.