Nikon P330 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon P330 and Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/1.7").

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The P330 was unveiled 18 months later than the GR Digital IV which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the P330 matches up versus the GR Digital IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P330 comes with external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has specifications of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Nikon P330 and Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P330 compared to the GR Digital IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P330 and GR Digital IV is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P330 and GR Digital IV.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P330 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher P330 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.