Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-30
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Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed October 2014
Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-30 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Casio EX-S7 and Ricoh WG-30, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-S7 was released 5 years before the WG-30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-S7 grades versus the WG-30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Ricoh WG-30
EX-S7 | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Casio EX-S7
WG-30 | EX-S7 | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | February 2010 | Newer by 56 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Ricoh WG-30
EX-S7 | WG-30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-30 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-30 has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S7 and Ricoh WG-30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S7 vs the WG-30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and WG-30 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S7 and WG-30.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-30 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh WG-30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Ricoh WG-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Ricoh WG-30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-02-21 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lb) | 192 gr (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 300 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $140 | $428 |