Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh GR III

On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z450 versus Ricoh GR III, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and GR III (24MP) and the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and GR III (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z450 was brought out 10 years prior to the GR III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z450 matches up versus the GR III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Ricoh GR III. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 enjoys physical measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR III has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z450 versus Ricoh GR III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z450 against the GR III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and GR III is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and GR III.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z450 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Ricoh GR III will result in greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.