Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3
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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F2.8-7.9) lens
- 111g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was unveiled 17 months prior to the CX3 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-S12 matches up versus the CX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Ricoh CX3. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Ricoh CX3
EX-S12 | CX3 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Casio EX-S12
CX3 | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh CX3
EX-S12 | CX3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the CX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and CX3 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and CX3.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-S12 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh CX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" 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 ID | NP-60 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $119 | $329 |