Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GR

In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GR, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and GR (16MP) and the EX-S7 (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The EX-S7 was launched 4 years prior to the GR and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-S7 matches up vs the GR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Ricoh GR. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Ricoh GR Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S7 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh GR has proportions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the EX-S7 and the GR.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and GR is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S7 and GR.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-S7 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Ricoh GR will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older EX-S7 will be behind in sensor tech.