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Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30

Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 front
 
Ricoh WG-30 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC150
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
  • 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
  • Revealed November 2009
Ricoh WG-30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Launched October 2014
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-FC150 and Ricoh WG-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-FC150 was announced 5 years prior to the WG-30 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-FC150 matches up against the WG-30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Ricoh WG-30

 EX-FC150 WG-30 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Casio EX-FC150

 WG-30 EX-FC150 
LaunchedOctober 2014November 2009More recent by 59 months

Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Ricoh WG-30

 EX-FC150 WG-30 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC150 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-FC150 and Ricoh WG-30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FC150 compared to the WG-30.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC150 and WG-30 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The visual below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC150 and WG-30.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30 to give extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-FC150
Portrait photography with Ricoh WG-30
26
you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
35
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports face detection focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Street photography advice
Ricoh WG-30 Street photography advice
55
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
61
image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-FC150
Sports photography with Ricoh WG-30
30
fast shooting (40.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
45
image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-FC150
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-30
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
resolution not great (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
71
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh WG-30 as a Landscape photography camera
31
you can focus manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
43
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
weather proof
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Vlogging info
Ricoh WG-30 Vlogging info
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone port
33
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic support
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC150 and Ricoh WG-30
 Casio Exilim EX-FC150Ricoh WG-30
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC150 Ricoh WG-30
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2009-11-16 2014-10-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 64 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-185mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.6-4.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 40.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 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), 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 173g (0.38 pounds) 192g (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") 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 shots
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-40 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $350 $428