Canon SX60 HS vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX60 HS versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX60 HS was unveiled 3 years later than the GR Digital IV and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh GR Digital IV being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX60 HS grades vs the GR Digital IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX60 HS has got physical measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Canon SX60 HS versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX60 HS vs the GR Digital IV.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and GR Digital IV is 61 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX60 HS and GR Digital IV.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX60 HS with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX60 HS will resolve extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent SX60 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.