Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2014
Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and WG-4 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-100 was brought out around the same time to the WG-4 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-100 grades against the WG-4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Ricoh WG-4
EX-100 | WG-4 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Casio EX-100
WG-4 | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Ricoh WG-4
EX-100 | WG-4 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | February 2014 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 enjoys external measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-100 against the WG-4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and WG-4 is 83 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and WG-4.
As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh WG-4 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively.
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Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Ricoh WG-4 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-02-06 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.10 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 389 gr (0.86 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 390 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $572 | $330 |