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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
  • 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2009
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Introduced October 2010
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the Casio EX-FC100 versus Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and G700SE (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was launched 21 months before the G700SE making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-FC100 grades versus the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Ricoh G700SE

 EX-FC100 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Casio EX-FC100

 G700SE EX-FC100 
IntroducedOctober 2010January 2009Newer by 21 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Ricoh G700SE

 EX-FC100 G700SE 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC100 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-FC100 versus Ricoh G700SE in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the G700SE.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and G700SE.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh G700SE to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography highlights
27
manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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manual focus
no manual mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography features
Ricoh G700SE Street photography features
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
51
environment proof
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than competitors in class (307g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography highlights
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
25
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Travel photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography advice
52
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
59
environment proof
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
more heavy than competitors in class (307 grams)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-FC100
Landscape photography with Ricoh G700SE
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manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
sensor resolution not great (9 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
40
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Vlogging camera
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
23
decently wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone port
more heavy than competitors in class (307 grams)
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Ricoh G700SE
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Name Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Ricoh G700SE
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2009-01-08 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
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 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3456 x 2592 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 156 grams (0.34 lb) 307 grams (0.68 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-40 DB-60
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $300 $0