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Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III

Portability
79
Imaging
71
Features
75
Overall
72
Fujifilm X100V front
 
Ricoh GR III front
Portability
90
Imaging
69
Features
62
Overall
66

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III Key Specs

Fujifilm X100V
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 478g - 128 x 75 x 53mm
  • Announced February 2020
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X100F
Ricoh GR III
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8-16) lens
  • 257g - 109 x 62 x 33mm
  • Launched September 2018
  • Older Model is Ricoh GR III
  • Successor is Ricoh GR III
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Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X100V versus Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X100V (26MP) and the GR III (24MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100V was launched 17 months later than the GR III making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X100V grades vs the GR III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100V over the Ricoh GR III

 Fujifilm X100V GR III 
LaunchedFebruary 2020September 2018Fresher by 17 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1620k1037kSharper display (+583k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh GR III over the Fujifilm X100V

 GR III Fujifilm X100V 

Common features in the Fujifilm X100V and Ricoh GR III

 Fujifilm X100V GR III 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X100V has outer dimensions of 128mm x 75mm x 53mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") having a weight of 478 grams (1.05 lbs) and the Ricoh GR III has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X100V versus Ricoh GR III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X100V and the GR III.

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100V and GR III is 79 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X100V and GR III.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X100V to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X100V should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X100V Portrait photography info
Ricoh GR III Portrait photography info
82
you can focus manually
MP count great (26 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
81
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection focus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X100V Street photography details
Ricoh GR III Street photography details
74
has a tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
supports touch focus
weather proofing
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (478g)
84
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
has touch focus
lighter than average (257g)
good high ISO (102,400)
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X100V Sports photography advice
Ricoh GR III Sports photography advice
74
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
MP count great (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
great battery life (420 CIPA)
supports phase detect autofocus
can't change focal length (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
76
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
has phase detect auto focus
can't change focal length (28mm)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X100V as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh GR III as a Travel photography camera
76
great battery life (420 CIPA)
weather proofing
has bluetooth
supports touch focus
MP count great (26 megapixels)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f2.0)
heavier than competition in class (478g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
69
lighter than average (257 grams)
has touch focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
missing Timelapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X100V Landscape photography information
Ricoh GR III Landscape photography information
73
you can focus manually
great max aperture (f2.0)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
MP count great (26 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
great battery life (420 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
69
you can focus manually
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
good high ISO (102,400)
delivers RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
missing Timelapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X100V Vlogging information
Ricoh GR III Vlogging information
35
great max aperture (f2.0)
touchscreen
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external mic support
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (478g)
37
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (257g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
missing external microphone jack
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Fujifilm X100V vs Ricoh GR III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X100V and Ricoh GR III
 Fujifilm X100VRicoh GR III
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm X100V Ricoh GR III
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2020-02-04 2018-09-25
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by X-Processor Pro 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1 and 3:2
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 12800 102400
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW files
Minimum enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 425 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 28mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.0 f/2.8-16
Macro focus distance - 6cm
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 1,620k dot 1,037k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Optical (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.52x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 11.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, Standard, Slow Sync, Manual, Commander, off Auto, Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 478g (1.05 lbs) 257g (0.57 lbs)
Physical dimensions 128 x 75 x 53mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") 109 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 420 pictures -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported)
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $1,399 $900