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Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III

Portability
82
Imaging
68
Features
74
Overall
70
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III front
 
Ricoh GR III front
Portability
90
Imaging
69
Features
62
Overall
66

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III Key Specs

Canon G1 X III
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 399g - 115 x 78 x 51mm
  • Introduced October 2017
  • Older Model is Canon G1 X II
Ricoh GR III
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8-16) lens
  • 257g - 109 x 62 x 33mm
  • Revealed September 2018
  • Superseded the Ricoh GR III
  • Renewed by Ricoh GR III
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Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Canon G1 X III and Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the G1 X III (24MP) and the GR III (24MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The G1 X III was brought out 11 months before the GR III and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the G1 X III matches up versus the GR III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon G1 X III over the Ricoh GR III

 G1 X III GR III 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1040k1037kSharper display (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh GR III over the Canon G1 X III

 GR III G1 X III 
RevealedSeptember 2018October 2017Newer by 11 months

Common features in the Canon G1 X III and Ricoh GR III

 G1 X III GR III 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display sizing
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X III enjoys external dimensions of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Ricoh GR III has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

See the Canon G1 X III and Ricoh GR III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G1 X III compared to the GR III.

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X III and GR III is 82 and 90 respectively.

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III top view buttons comparison

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X III and GR III.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged G1 X III is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III sensor size comparison

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G1 X III Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh GR III Portrait photography highlights
80
manual focus
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
81
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon G1 X III Street photography factors
Ricoh GR III Street photography factors
85
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
provides focus via touch
weather proofing
very good ISO range (25,600)
84
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
lighter than others in class (257 grams)
good ISO range (102,400)
no articulating screen
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Sports Comparison

Canon G1 X III Sports photography info
Ricoh GR III Sports photography info
76
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
comes with phase detect autofocus
not so great battery (200 CIPA)
76
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
comes with phase detect AF
can't change focal length (28mm)
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Travel Comparison

Canon G1 X III Travel photography advice
Ricoh GR III Travel photography advice
73
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
provides focus via touch
good MP (24 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
not so great battery (200 shots)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than others in class (257 grams)
comes with focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G1 X III Landscape photography info
Ricoh GR III Landscape photography info
72
manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
very good ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
not so great battery (200 CIPA)
69
manual focus
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
good ISO range (102,400)
supports RAW formats
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G1 X III Vlogging advice
Ricoh GR III Vlogging advice
35
fairly wide (24mm)
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have mic port
37
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (257g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of mic jack
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Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G1 X III and Ricoh GR III
 Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IIIRicoh GR III
General Information
Brand Canon Ricoh
Model type Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III Ricoh GR III
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2017-10-25 2018-09-25
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1 and 3:2
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 25600 102400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 49 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-72mm (3.0x) 28mm (1x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/2.8-16
Macro focusing distance 10cm 6cm
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 1,037 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 9.00 m (at Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, on, sl0w synchro, off Auto, Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 399 gr (0.88 lbs) 257 gr (0.57 lbs)
Physical dimensions 115 x 78 x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") 109 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 200 images -
Type of battery Built-in -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported)
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $1,299 $900