Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III
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![Nikon Coolpix L810 front Nikon Coolpix L810 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L810/Nikon-L810-front.jpg)
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34 Features
35 Overall
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Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Released February 2012
- Later Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28mm (F1.9) lens
- 208g - 109 x 59 x 26mm
- Introduced July 2009
- New Model is Ricoh GR Digital IV
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Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon L810 and Ricoh GR Digital III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the L810 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
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The L810 was brought out 2 years later than the GR Digital III and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L810 grades versus the GR Digital III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Ricoh GR Digital III
L810 | GR Digital III | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital III over the Nikon L810
GR Digital III | L810 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Ricoh GR Digital III
L810 | GR Digital III | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L810 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital III has proportions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L810 and Ricoh GR Digital III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the L810 versus the GR Digital III.
![Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III size comparison Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L810-vs-Ricoh-GR-Digital-III-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and GR Digital III is 74 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III top view buttons comparison Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L810-vs-Ricoh-GR-Digital-III-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and GR Digital III.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The L810 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon L810 will provide extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer L810 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III sensor size comparison Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L810-vs-Ricoh-GR-Digital-III-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L810-vs-Ricoh-GR-Digital-III-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Ricoh GR Digital III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Ricoh GR Digital III |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | GR engine III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/1.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 lbs) | 208g (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 109 x 59 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $280 | $399 |