FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Its time to examine more closely at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the JX300 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The JX300 was revealed 8 months prior to the GR Digital IV and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the JX300 grades vs the GR Digital IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has specifications of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the JX300 and the GR Digital IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and GR Digital IV is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and GR Digital IV.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The JX300 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the FujiFilm JX300 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older JX300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.