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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Ricoh CX5 front
Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
35
Overall
34

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(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
Ricoh CX5
(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
  • Released July 2011
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was brought out 10 months prior to the CX5 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the CX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Ricoh CX5

 EX-Z16 CX5 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Casio EX-Z16

 CX5 EX-Z16 
ReleasedJuly 2011September 2010Newer by 10 months
Screen sizing3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution920k0kClearer screen (+920k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX5

 EX-Z16 CX5 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 has got outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the CX5.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and CX5 is 99 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and CX5.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-Z16 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Ricoh CX5
27
has manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
focusing manually
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography information
Ricoh CX5 Street photography information
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (205 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography info
Ricoh CX5 Sports photography info
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z16
Travel photography with Ricoh CX5
53
has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
66
lighter than average in class (205g)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
long reach (300mm)
low megapixels (10MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z16
Landscape photography with Ricoh CX5
32
has manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen ( inch)
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse mode
45
focusing manually
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging highlights
Ricoh CX5 Vlogging highlights
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (848 x 480 pixels)
no external microphone socket
30
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (205g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Ricoh CX5
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Ricoh CX5
General Information
Company Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Ricoh CX5
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-09-20 2011-07-19
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 28-300mm (10.7x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing range 7cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing - 3"
Resolution of display 0 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure 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 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 205 grams (0.45 pounds)
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 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 - DB-100
Self timer - Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $100 $399