Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

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.

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.

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.

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.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and GR Digital III is 74 and 92 respectively.

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.