Canon G9 X vs Ricoh GR III

Following is a complete overview of the Canon G9 X versus Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the GR III (24MP) is fairly comparable but the G9 X (1") and GR III (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The G9 X was announced 3 years earlier than the GR III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G9 X grades against the GR III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Ricoh GR III. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Ricoh GR III has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Compare the Canon G9 X versus Ricoh GR III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G9 X compared to the GR III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and GR III is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X and GR III.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 X using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Ricoh GR III will provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged G9 X will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.