Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80
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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2022
- Succeeded the Ricoh WG-70

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S12 versus Ricoh WG-80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was launched 14 years earlier than the WG-80 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-S12 scores vs the WG-80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Ricoh WG-80. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Ricoh WG-80
EX-S12 | WG-80 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Casio EX-S12
WG-80 | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | May 2022 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 162 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Ricoh WG-80
EX-S12 | WG-80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.70" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 offers 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) and the Ricoh WG-80 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S12 versus Ricoh WG-80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the WG-80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and WG-80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and WG-80.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-80 to show more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Ricoh WG-80 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2022-05-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
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 range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.70" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 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 | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 life | - | 300 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $119 | $300 |