Canon A1200 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

On this page, we are comparing the Canon A1200 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is fairly similar but the A1200 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The A1200 was introduced 18 months later than the GR Digital III making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A1200 matches up versus the GR Digital III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital III has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the A1200 and the GR Digital III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and GR Digital III is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and GR Digital III.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A1200 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Canon A1200 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent A1200 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.