Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR15 was released 2 years after the GR Digital III which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the GR Digital III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR15 provides outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital III has sizing of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Ricoh GR Digital III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the GR Digital III.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and GR Digital III is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and GR Digital III.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR15 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Casio EX-ZR15 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR15 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.