Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III
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Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Announced November 2013
- Older Model is Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28mm (F1.9) lens
- 208g - 109 x 59 x 26mm
- Announced July 2009
- Successor is Ricoh GR Digital IV
Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Overview
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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Ricoh GR Digital III
G16 | GR Digital III | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | July 2009 | Newer by 53 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Clearer screen (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital III over the Canon G16
GR Digital III | G16 |
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Common features in the Canon G16 and Ricoh GR Digital III
G16 | GR Digital III | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Canon G16 versus Ricoh GR Digital III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Sensor Comparison
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.
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Canon G16 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Ricoh GR Digital III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G16 | Ricoh GR Digital III |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-11-25 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | GR engine III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356 gr (0.78 pounds) | 208 gr (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 109 x 59 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 230 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $499 | $399 |