Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh CX1
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2009

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Ricoh CX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was unveiled 3 years later than the CX1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-ZR300 scores against the CX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Ricoh CX1
EX-ZR300 | CX1 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 40 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Casio EX-ZR300
CX1 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh CX1
EX-ZR300 | CX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Ricoh CX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the CX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and CX1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and CX1.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to give you extra detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-05-22 | 2009-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 180g (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $329 | $299 |