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Casio EX-H30 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-H30 front
 
Ricoh WG-70 front
Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
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Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Key Specs

Casio EX-H30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 201g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Ricoh WG-70
(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
  • 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Introduced February 2020
  • Newer Model is Ricoh WG-80
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Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the WG-70 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was brought out 10 years prior to the WG-70 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-H30 grades against the WG-70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Ricoh WG-70

 EX-H30 WG-70 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kSharper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Casio EX-H30

 WG-70 EX-H30 
IntroducedFebruary 2020January 2011Fresher by 110 months

Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Ricoh WG-70

 EX-H30 WG-70 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H30 comes with external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-H30 against the WG-70.

Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and WG-70 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and WG-70.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older EX-H30 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh WG-70 Portrait photography highlights
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has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
42
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H30 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh WG-70 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (201g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Sports photography factors
Ricoh WG-70 Sports photography factors
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amazing zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
50
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H30 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh WG-70 as a Travel photography camera
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lighter than competition in class (201g)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long zoom (300mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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environment proof
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Landscape photography highlights
Ricoh WG-70 Landscape photography highlights
49
has manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
49
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-70 Vlogging highlights
30
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (201 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic port
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rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of microphone support
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Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh WG-70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H30 and Ricoh WG-70
 Casio Exilim EX-H30Ricoh WG-70
General Information
Company Casio Ricoh
Model Casio Exilim EX-H30 Ricoh WG-70
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Revealed 2011-01-05 2020-02-04
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-300mm (12.5x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 5.50 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye On, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Yes (Wireless)
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 201g (0.44 lbs) 193g (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 300 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-130 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots One One
Launch cost $709 $280