Leica Q vs Ricoh GR III

Lets look more closely at the Leica Q and Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Q (24MP) and the GR III (24MP) is relatively well matched but the Q (Full frame) and GR III (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The Q was announced 4 years before the GR III which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Q grades vs the GR III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q and Ricoh GR III. The whole galleries are provided at Leica Q Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Leica Q has exterior measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR III has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Analyze the Leica Q and Ricoh GR III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the Q against the GR III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Q and GR III is 63 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q and GR III.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The Q includes the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more aged Q is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.