Casio EX-Z800 vs Ricoh G900

The following is a detailed review of the Casio EX-Z800 vs Ricoh G900, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and G900 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was revealed 8 years before the G900 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z800 matches up versus the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 & Ricoh G900. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z800 comes with outside dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z800 compared to the G900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and G900.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Ricoh G900 to deliver more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z800 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.