Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh GR III

Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-100 versus Ricoh GR III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and GR III (24MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and GR III (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The EX-100 was introduced 5 years earlier than the GR III and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-100 grades vs the GR III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Ricoh GR III. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 features physical measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR III has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-100 versus Ricoh GR III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-100 compared to the GR III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and GR III is 83 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-100 and GR III.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-100 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh GR III will offer more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX-100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.