Canon G5 X vs Ricoh GR III

Lets look more closely at the Canon G5 X and Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the G5 X (20MP) and the GR III (24MP) is relatively similar but the G5 X (1") and GR III (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The G5 X was manufactured 4 years prior to the GR III and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G5 X scores versus the GR III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G5 X & Ricoh GR III. The entire galleries are available at Canon G5 X Gallery & Ricoh GR III Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G5 X features external dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G5 X vs the GR III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X and GR III is 85 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X and GR III.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G5 X because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Ricoh GR III will offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older G5 X is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.