Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh GR
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Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh GR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Announced August 2012
- Replacement is Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Revealed April 2013
- New Model is Ricoh GR II
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Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX500 IS versus Ricoh GR, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the GR (16MP) is relatively well matched but the SX500 IS (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe SX500 IS was introduced 7 months before the GR which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX500 IS matches up vs the GR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Ricoh GR. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Ricoh GR
| SX500 IS | GR |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Canon SX500 IS
| GR | SX500 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | April 2013 |  | August 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 461k | Clearer screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Ricoh GR
| SX500 IS | GR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh GR Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS features external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Ricoh GR has proportions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX500 IS versus Ricoh GR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX500 IS against the GR.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and GR is 80 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh GR Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and GR.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX500 IS features the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh harder. The older SX500 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh GR Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Ricoh GR | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Ricoh GR |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2013-04-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 1 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 1,230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 300s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 341g (0.75 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 972 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 195 images | 290 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-6L | DB65 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $299 | $971 |
