Fujifilm F660EXR vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm F660EXR versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was unveiled 4 months later than the GR Digital IV which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm F660EXR grades versus the GR Digital IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F660EXR features outer dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F660EXR versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR compared to the GR Digital IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F660EXR and GR Digital IV is 91 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F660EXR and GR Digital IV.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F660EXR having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm F660EXR will produce greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.