Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 243g - 110 x 67 x 36mm
- Announced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014

Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Kodak Z950 and Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z950 was manufactured 4 years prior to the WG-20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Z950 matches up vs the WG-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z950 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z950 over the Ricoh WG-20
Z950 | WG-20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Kodak Z950
WG-20 | Z950 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 44 months |
Common features in the Kodak Z950 and Ricoh WG-20
Z950 | WG-20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z950 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z950 and Ricoh WG-20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Z950 versus the WG-20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and WG-20 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z950 and WG-20.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-20 to give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Z950 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z950 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z950 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 6cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 243g (0.54 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $250 | $370 |