Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-70
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-70 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-80
Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z90 was launched 11 years prior to the WG-70 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-Z90 grades vs the WG-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-70 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-70. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Ricoh WG-70
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Casio EX-Z90
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Revealed | February 2020 | August 2009 | More recent by 127 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-70
EX-Z90 | WG-70 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 enjoys external measurements 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-70 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z90 and Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 against the WG-70.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and WG-70 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z90 and WG-70.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh WG-70 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX-Z90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Ricoh WG-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Ricoh WG-70 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2020-02-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $150 | $280 |