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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Ricoh WG-6 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2009
Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2018
  • Older Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Overview

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-Z90 versus Ricoh WG-6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was brought out 9 years before the WG-6 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-Z90 matches up versus the WG-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Ricoh WG-6

 EX-Z90 WG-6 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Casio EX-Z90

 WG-6 EX-Z90 
IntroducedFebruary 2018August 2009Fresher by 103 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kCrisper display (+810k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-6

 EX-Z90 WG-6 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z90 has physical dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z90 versus Ricoh WG-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z90 and the WG-6.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and WG-6 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and WG-6.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-6 to give you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older EX-Z90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh WG-6 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
45
has manual focus
resolution is good (20MP)
comes with face detect focusing
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z90
Street photography with Ricoh WG-6
55
lighter than competition in class (121 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
60
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than average in class (246 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography advice
Ricoh WG-6 Sports photography advice
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
54
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery pack (340 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-6 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competition in class (121g)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
low resolution (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
70
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
environment proofing
resolution is good (20MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
more heavy than average in class (246 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Landscape photography information
Ricoh WG-6 Landscape photography information
28
manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
56
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
environment proofing
good battery pack (340 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Vlogging features
Ricoh WG-6 Vlogging features
25
lighter than competition in class (121 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone socket
32
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
missing microphone support
more heavy than average in class (246 grams)
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-6
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Ricoh WG-6
General Information
Brand Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Ricoh WG-6
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-08-18 2018-02-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Flash on, flash off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 3840x2160
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121g (0.27 lbs) 246g (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 340 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-60 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $150 $271