Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh G900

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S7 versus Ricoh G900, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was manufactured 9 years prior to the G900 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-S7 matches up vs the G900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S7 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S7 compared to the G900.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S7 and G900.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to give greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-S7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.