Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX5
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX5 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
- 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
- Introduced July 2011
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Lets look more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR700 matches up against the CX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Ricoh CX5
| EX-ZR700 | CX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 19 months | |
| Display resolution | 922k | 920k | Sharper display (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Casio EX-ZR700
| CX5 | EX-ZR700 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Ricoh CX5
| EX-ZR700 | CX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 features external measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX5 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Ricoh CX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the CX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and CX5 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and CX5.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR700 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR700 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Ricoh CX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Ricoh |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Ricoh CX5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 surface 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 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 922k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in 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 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), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 205g (0.45 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 470 photos | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-130 | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $370 | $399 |