Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Following is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-4 GPS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR100 grades vs the WG-4 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the WG-4 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and WG-4 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.