Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2009

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was introduced 3 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR700 matches up versus the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Ricoh CX2
EX-ZR700 | CX2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 42 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Casio EX-ZR700
CX2 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Ricoh CX2
EX-ZR700 | CX2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the CX2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and CX2 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR700 and CX2.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR700 to show greater detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR700 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Ricoh CX2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | 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 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 58 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 | 470 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $370 | $341 |