Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS 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 Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
- Refreshed by Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was announced 6 years before the WG-4 GPS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-S12 grades versus the WG-4 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
EX-S12 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Casio EX-S12
WG-4 GPS | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 61 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
EX-S12 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-S12 vs the WG-4 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and WG-4 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and WG-4 GPS.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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


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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | 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 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lb) | 235 gr (0.52 lb) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 images |
Style of battery | - | 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 | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $119 | $210 |