Canon SX120 IS vs Ricoh GR

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX120 IS versus Ricoh GR, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and GR (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and GR (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The SX120 IS was revealed 4 years before the GR which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX120 IS matches up versus the GR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Ricoh GR. The full galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX120 IS provides external dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Ricoh GR has sizing of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS versus Ricoh GR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX120 IS against the GR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and GR is 87 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and GR.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh GR will produce extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.