Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
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Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Announced March 2010

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX220 HS versus Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) is pretty comparable but the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") feature different sensor size.

The SX220 HS was revealed 11 months after the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX220 HS grades versus the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS & Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
SX220 HS | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | March 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Canon SX220 HS
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | SX220 HS | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
SX220 HS | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX220 HS versus Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX220 HS vs the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is 96 and 85 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX220 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Canon SX220 HS will show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX220 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX220 HS vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-02-07 | 2010-03-18 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.5-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 180 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 355 gr (0.78 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 410 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $399 | $349 |