Casio EX-ZR800 vs Ricoh WG-50

Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Ricoh WG-50, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the WG-50 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was announced 4 years earlier than the WG-50 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR800 matches up versus the WG-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-50 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR800 vs the WG-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and WG-50 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR800 and WG-50.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR800 will be behind in sensor technology.