Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-100 and Ricoh GR Digital IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The EX-100 was launched 2 years later than the GR Digital IV and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-100 grades vs the GR Digital IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 features external dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital IV has proportions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Casio EX-100 and Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-100 versus the GR Digital IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and GR Digital IV is 83 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and GR Digital IV.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-100 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer EX-100 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.