Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is relatively close but the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX260 HS was introduced 9 months after the GR Digital IV so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX260 HS grades against the GR Digital IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Ricoh GR Digital IV. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has specifications of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the GR Digital IV.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and GR Digital IV is 91 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and GR Digital IV.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX260 HS with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX260 HS will render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer SX260 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.