Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2010

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was introduced 2 months later than the CX4 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the CX4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Ricoh CX4
EX-Z16 | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Casio EX-Z16
CX4 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+920k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX4
EX-Z16 | CX4 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | ![]() | August 2010 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z16 and the CX4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and CX4 is 99 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and CX4.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-Z16 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Ricoh CX4 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | - | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 0k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $100 | $211 |