Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was launched 2 years after the CX4 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR400 matches up against the CX4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Ricoh CX4
EX-ZR400 | CX4 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Casio EX-ZR400
CX4 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Ricoh CX4
EX-ZR400 | CX4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the CX4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and CX4 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR400 and CX4.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR400 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR400 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Ricoh CX4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
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 | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 30.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $0 | $211 |