Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR300/Casio-EX-ZR300-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh G900, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR300 was brought out 6 years before the G900 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the G900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Ricoh G900
EX-ZR300 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Casio EX-ZR300
G900 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 70 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+579k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh G900
EX-ZR300 | G900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR300 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR300 and Ricoh G900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the G900.
![Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR300-vs-Ricoh-G900-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and G900 is 92 and 89 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR300-vs-Ricoh-G900-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and G900.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh G900 to provide more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older EX-ZR300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR300-vs-Ricoh-G900-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR300-vs-Ricoh-G900-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Ricoh G900 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-05-22 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 shots | 340 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $329 | $752 |