Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Introduced 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
- Launched February 2014

Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-S5 versus Ricoh WG-4, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S5 was introduced 6 years before the WG-4 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-S5 scores versus the WG-4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Ricoh WG-4. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Ricoh WG-4
EX-S5 | WG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Casio EX-S5
WG-4 | EX-S5 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Ricoh WG-4
EX-S5 | WG-4 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 comes with outer dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S5 versus Ricoh WG-4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-S5 versus the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and WG-4 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S5 and WG-4.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 to provide greater detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Ricoh WG-4 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | 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 | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 115k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" 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 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $130 | $330 |