Fujifilm JV150 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm JV150 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the Fujifilm JV150 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm JV150 was released 7 months later than the GR Digital III which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm JV150 scores versus the GR Digital III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JV150 offers external dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JV150 vs Ricoh GR Digital III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 against the GR Digital III.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JV150 and GR Digital III is 96 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JV150 and GR Digital III.

To sum up, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JV150 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm JV150 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JV150 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.