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Nikon A vs Ricoh GR

Portability
88
Imaging
58
Features
48
Overall
54
Nikon Coolpix A front
 
Ricoh GR front
Portability
90
Imaging
58
Features
54
Overall
56

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR Key Specs

Nikon A
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8) lens
  • 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
  • Introduced June 2013
Ricoh GR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8) lens
  • 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
  • Released April 2013
  • Updated by Ricoh GR II
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Nikon A vs Ricoh GR Overview

Below is a in depth analysis of the Nikon A vs Ricoh GR, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the A (16MP) and the GR (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The A was unveiled 2 months later than the GR so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A matches up versus the GR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Ricoh GR

 A GR 

Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Nikon A

 GR A 
Display resolution1230k921kCrisper display (+309k dot)

Common features in the Nikon A and Ricoh GR

 A GR 
ReleasedJune 2013April 2013Same generation
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display size
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR Physical Comparison

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon A enjoys external dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR has specifications of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Nikon A vs Ricoh GR in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the A vs the GR.

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A and GR is 88 and 90 respectively.

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR top view buttons comparison

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A and GR.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR sensor size comparison

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon A vs Ricoh GR Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon A as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh GR as a Portrait photography camera
74
you can focus manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/2,000 seconds)
good resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect focus
exports RAW formats
74
manual focus
high flash sync speed (1/4,000s)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Nikon A as a Street photography camera
Ricoh GR as a Street photography camera
71
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (299g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
74
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than average in class (245g)
above average high ISO (25,600)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon A
Sports photography with Ricoh GR
47
good resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
focal length is fixed (28mm)
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
terrible battery power (230 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
45
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon A as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh GR as a Travel photography camera
63
lighter than competition in class (299 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
terrible battery power (230 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
71
lighter than average in class (245 grams)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon A Landscape photography details
Ricoh GR Landscape photography details
54
you can focus manually
good sized screen (3 inch)
good resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
terrible battery power (230 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
62
manual focus
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon A as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh GR as a Vlogging camera
31
features face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (299g)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
lack of microphone jack
30
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (245 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external mic socket
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Nikon A vs Ricoh GR Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon A and Ricoh GR
 Nikon Coolpix ARicoh GR
General Information
Company Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix A Ricoh GR
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2013-06-06 2013-04-17
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.7mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 370.5mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4928 x 3264 4928 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 28mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/2.8 f/2.8
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 921 thousand dots 1,230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology TFT LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (optional) Optical (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 300 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 4.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 11.50 m 5.40 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Optional Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 299 gr (0.66 pounds) 245 gr (0.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 80 78
DXO Color Depth rating 23.4 23.6
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.8 13.5
DXO Low light rating 1164 972
Other
Battery life 230 images 290 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL20 DB65
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD, SDHC, SDXC
Card slots One One
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