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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70

Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Ricoh WG-70 front
Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
  • 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2009
Ricoh WG-70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Announced February 2020
  • Updated by Ricoh WG-80
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Ricoh WG-70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was unveiled 12 years before the WG-70 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-FC100 matches up against the WG-70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Ricoh WG-70

 EX-FC100 WG-70 

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Casio EX-FC100

 WG-70 EX-FC100 
AnnouncedFebruary 2020January 2009More modern by 134 months

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Ricoh WG-70

 EX-FC100 WG-70 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-70 has sizing of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-FC100 versus Ricoh WG-70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC100 and the WG-70.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and WG-70 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and WG-70.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-70 to offer you extra detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Portrait photography info
Ricoh WG-70 Portrait photography info
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has manual focus
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
42
focusing manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
no manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography information
Ricoh WG-70 Street photography information
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography information
Ricoh WG-70 Sports photography information
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change focal length (()mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
50
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-70 as a Travel photography camera
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built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (9 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
71
environment proof
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-70 as a Landscape photography camera
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has manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-70 Vlogging highlights
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
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relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
missing mic port
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Ricoh WG-70
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Ricoh WG-70
General Information
Brand Name Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Ricoh WG-70
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2009-01-08 2020-02-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 9 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3456 x 2592 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes - On, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Yes (Wireless)
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 156g (0.34 pounds) 193g (0.43 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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 - 300 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $300 $280