Leica D-Lux 7 vs Ricoh GR III

Lets look much closer at the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and GR III (24MP) and the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and GR III (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux 7 was announced 2 months later than the GR III which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the D-Lux 7 grades versus the GR III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 7 & Ricoh GR III. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery & Ricoh GR III Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 7 provides exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Ricoh GR III has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Ricoh GR III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the D-Lux 7 and the GR III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 7 and GR III is 81 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 7 and GR III.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 7 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Ricoh GR III will provide greater detail with its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively.