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Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-S7 front
 
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 front
Portability
88
Imaging
52
Features
37
Overall
46

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Key Specs

Casio EX-S7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28mm (F2.5) lens
  • 140g - 113 x 70 x 56mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-S7 versus Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) is relatively close but the EX-S7 (1/2.3") and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-S7 was launched 7 months before the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-S7 matches up vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 EX-S7 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Casio EX-S7

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 EX-S7 
RevealedSeptember 2010February 2010Newer by 7 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 EX-S7 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S7 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Casio EX-S7 versus Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S7 versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S7 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S7 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The EX-S7 has got the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged EX-S7 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Portrait photography factors
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
57
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
no liveview
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Street photography factors
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Street photography factors
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
70
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competitors (140 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-S7
Sports photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
32
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
no liveview
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (320 shots)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S7 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Travel photography camera
52
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
58
lighter than competitors (140 grams)
has built in flash
terrible battery pack (320 per charge)
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Landscape photography info
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Landscape photography info
28
has manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
47
has manual focus
good sized screen (3")
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no liveview
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (320 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S7 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic support
28
features face detect focusing
lighter than competitors (140g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
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Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S7 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
 Casio Exilim EX-S7Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
General Information
Brand Name Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S7 Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Class Ultracompact Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2010-02-21 2010-09-21
Body design Ultracompact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 GR Engine III
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 200
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 28mm (1x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.5
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 180s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/3200s
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
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), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121 grams (0.27 lbs) 140 grams (0.31 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2")
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 life - 320 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-80 DB-90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $140 $566