Canon G3 X vs Ricoh GR III

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon G3 X versus Ricoh GR III, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the G3 X (20MP) and the GR III (24MP) is fairly similar but the G3 X (1") and GR III (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The G3 X was manufactured 4 years prior to the GR III which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon G3 X being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the G3 X matches up vs the GR III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Ricoh GR III. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & Ricoh GR III Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X has outside measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") having a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Ricoh GR III has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G3 X versus the GR III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and GR III is 60 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 X and GR III.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G3 X because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Ricoh GR III will offer extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged G3 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.