Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE
97 Imaging
33 Features
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88 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2009
(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

Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z33 versus Ricoh G700SE, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was launched 13 months earlier than the G700SE which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-Z33 scores against the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Ricoh G700SE
EX-Z33 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Casio EX-Z33
G700SE | EX-Z33 | |||
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Introduced | October 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Ricoh G700SE
EX-Z33 | G700SE | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z33 versus Ricoh G700SE in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z33 versus the G700SE.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z33 and G700SE is 97 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and G700SE.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh G700SE to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Ricoh G700SE |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 gr (0.23 lbs) | 307 gr (0.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | NP-82 | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $120 | $0 |