Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

In this article, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z450 and Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is pretty close but the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z450 was announced at a similar time to the GR Digital III which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z450 scores versus the GR Digital III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Ricoh GR Digital III. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 has exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the GR Digital III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and GR Digital III is 96 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and GR Digital III.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z450 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Casio EX-Z450 will render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively.