Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Released February 2018

Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z35 was announced 9 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-Z35 grades against the G900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Ricoh G900
EX-Z35 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Casio EX-Z35
G900 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 97 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Ricoh G900
EX-Z35 | G900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 provides external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 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 have at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z35 versus the G900.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and G900.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to produce more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Ricoh G900 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-02-21 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 life | - | 340 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $99 | $752 |