Canon G7 X MIII vs Ricoh GR III

The following is a in depth comparison of the Canon G7 X MIII vs Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and the GR III (24MP) is fairly similar but the G7 X MIII (1") and GR III (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X MIII was revealed 10 months after the GR III so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G7 X MIII scores against the GR III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III & Ricoh GR III. The full galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery & Ricoh GR III Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X MIII offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Ricoh GR III has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Look at the Canon G7 X MIII vs Ricoh GR III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G7 X MIII against the GR III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MIII and GR III is 88 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X MIII and GR III.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MIII having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Ricoh GR III will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher G7 X MIII will have an advantage in sensor technology.