Casio EX-Z800 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z800 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z800 (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z800 was released 12 months prior to the GXR Mount A12 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-Z800 matches up versus the GXR Mount A12 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z800 enjoys outside measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has proportions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z800 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z800 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and GXR Mount A12 is 96 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z800 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z800 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Casio EX-Z800 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z800 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.