Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is pretty similar but the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.

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The SX130 IS was manufactured 13 months earlier than the GR Digital IV which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX130 IS scores against the GR Digital IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS features physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX130 IS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX130 IS versus the GR Digital IV.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and GR Digital IV is 85 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and GR Digital IV.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX130 IS because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Canon SX130 IS will offer greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.