Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh GR

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX150 IS versus Ricoh GR, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the GR (16MP) is pretty comparable but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The SX150 IS was introduced 11 months earlier than the GR and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX150 IS grades versus the GR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Ricoh GR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS has physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR has dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Canon SX150 IS versus Ricoh GR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS vs the GR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and GR is 86 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and GR.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX150 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh GR will produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.