Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV
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Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV 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
- Revealed February 2012
- Replacement is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28mm (F1.9) lens
- 190g - 109 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed September 2011
- Old Model is Ricoh GR Digital III
Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the L810 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L810 was unveiled 5 months after the GR Digital IV and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L810 grades versus the GR Digital IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Ricoh GR Digital IV
L810 | GR Digital IV |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital IV over the Nikon L810
GR Digital IV | L810 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1230k | 921k | Crisper screen (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Ricoh GR Digital IV
L810 | GR Digital IV | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | September 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L810 offers external measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the L810 compared to the GR Digital IV.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and GR Digital IV is 74 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and GR Digital IV.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L810 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon L810 will result in extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.
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Nikon L810 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Ricoh GR Digital IV | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Ricoh GR Digital IV |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2011-09-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/1.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 pounds) | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 109 x 59 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 pictures | 390 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | DB65 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $280 | $599 |