Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh WG-30

Below is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the WG-30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was revealed 20 months before the WG-30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-ZR400 scores against the WG-30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Ricoh WG-30. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 has external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the WG-30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and WG-30 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR400 and WG-30.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR400 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.