Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon G16 versus Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/1.7").

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The G16 was revealed 4 years after the GR Digital III which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G16 scores vs the GR Digital III for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G16 & Ricoh GR Digital III. The full galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G16 has external dimensions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the G16 against the GR Digital III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and GR Digital III is 85 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G16 and GR Digital III.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon G16 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer G16 provides an edge in sensor tech.