Casio EX-10 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Lets examine more in depth at the Casio EX-10 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-10 (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The EX-10 was announced 2 years after the GR Digital IV which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-10 grades vs the GR Digital IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-10 has got external dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-10 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-10 compared to the GR Digital IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-10 and GR Digital IV is 83 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-10 and GR Digital IV.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-10 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-10 provides an edge in sensor technology.