Canon G5 X vs Ricoh GR

Below, we are analyzing the Canon G5 X versus Ricoh GR, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and GR (16MP) and the G5 X (1") and GR (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 X was unveiled 2 years later than the GR and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G5 X matches up against the GR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G5 X & Ricoh GR. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery & Ricoh GR Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X features external measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Ricoh GR has proportions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G5 X against the GR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and GR is 85 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X and GR.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G5 X with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Canon G5 X will deliver extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher G5 X provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.