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Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
  • Launched August 2009
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Introduced October 2010
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z280 versus Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was revealed 13 months prior to the G700SE which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z280 grades vs the G700SE when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Ricoh G700SE

 EX-Z280 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Casio EX-Z280

 G700SE EX-Z280 
IntroducedOctober 2010August 2009Fresher by 13 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k115kCrisper screen (+805k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Ricoh G700SE

 EX-Z280 G700SE 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z280 and the G700SE.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and G700SE is 96 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and G700SE.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z280 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography features
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography features
27
focusing manually
no manual control
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
29
has manual focus
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography information
Ricoh G700SE Street photography information
55
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
51
weather sealing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography advice
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
weather sealing
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography factors
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography factors
62
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
flash built-in
pretty wide (26mm)
no Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.6)
59
weather sealing
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
more heavy than competition in class (307 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography factors
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography factors
32
focusing manually
pretty wide (26mm)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Timelapse mode
40
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
weather sealing
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z280
Vlogging with Ricoh G700SE
28
pretty wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone jack
23
relatively wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no external microphone socket
more heavy than competition in class (307 grams)
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Ricoh G700SE
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Ricoh
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Ricoh G700SE
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-08-31 2010-10-13
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 115 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 grams (0.29 pounds) 307 grams (0.68 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
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 NP-80 DB-60
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
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