Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Ricoh WG-6
EX-Z90 | WG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Casio EX-Z90
WG-6 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 103 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-6
EX-Z90 | WG-6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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.

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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-6 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Ricoh WG-6 | |
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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 |