Fujifilm Z33WP vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm Z33WP and Ricoh GR Digital III, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm Z33WP (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was revealed around the same time to the GR Digital III which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm Z33WP matches up against the GR Digital III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP & Ricoh GR Digital III. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z33WP enjoys outer measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has specifications of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP and the GR Digital III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z33WP and GR Digital III is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z33WP and GR Digital III.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z33WP uses the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier.