Casio EX-Z800 vs Ricoh GR II

Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z800 and Ricoh GR II, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the GR II (16MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-Z800 (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z800 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the GR II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-Z800 scores against the GR II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Ricoh GR II. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z800 provides exterior dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh GR II has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z800 and Ricoh GR II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z800 compared to the GR II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and GR II is 96 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z800 and GR II.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z800 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Ricoh GR II will resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older EX-Z800 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.