Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F2.8-7.9) lens
- 111g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2014

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-S12 versus Ricoh WG-4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was released 6 years prior to the WG-4 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-S12 grades versus the WG-4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Ricoh WG-4
EX-S12 | WG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Casio EX-S12
WG-4 | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 61 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh WG-4
EX-S12 | WG-4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-S12 versus Ricoh WG-4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the WG-4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and WG-4 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and WG-4.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh WG-4 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $119 | $330 |