Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Below, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was launched 6 years prior to the WG-30W and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-Z90 matches up vs the WG-30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z90 features outside measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z90 versus the WG-30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and WG-30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z90 and WG-30W.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-Z90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.