Casio EX-ZR400 vs Ricoh GR II

Here is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-ZR400 and Ricoh GR II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the GR II (16MP) is pretty close but the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR400 was introduced 3 years prior to the GR II and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-ZR400 grades vs the GR II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 features physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh GR II has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR400 and Ricoh GR II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the GR II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and GR II is 92 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and GR II.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The EX-ZR400 uses the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh more challenging. The older EX-ZR400 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.