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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
  • Released January 2009
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Released October 2010
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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Here is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-S12 versus Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was launched 21 months earlier than the G700SE making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the G700SE with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Ricoh G700SE

 EX-S12 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Casio EX-S12

 G700SE EX-S12 
ReleasedOctober 2010January 2009Fresher by 21 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh G700SE

 EX-S12 G700SE 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-S12 versus Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 and the G700SE.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and G700SE is 96 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and G700SE.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-S12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-S12
Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
29
manual focus
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Street photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Street photography highlights
55
lighter than competition (111 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
51
environment proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Sports photography information
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography information
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
25
environment proof
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography info
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography info
56
lighter than competition (111g)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
resolution not great (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
59
environment proof
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
heavier than competition (307 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Landscape photography camera
27
has manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
40
manual focus
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-S12
Vlogging with Ricoh G700SE
25
lighter than competition (111 grams)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
23
really wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic port
heavier than competition (307 grams)
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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh G700SE
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S12 Ricoh G700SE
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2009-01-08 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
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) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 111 grams (0.24 lbs) 307 grams (0.68 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
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-60
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $119 $0