Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR
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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Launched February 2012
(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
- Revealed April 2013
- Renewed by Ricoh GR II

Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon S30 and Ricoh GR, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and GR (16MP) and the S30 (1/3") and GR (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The S30 was launched 14 months prior to the GR making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S30 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the S30 matches up against the GR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Ricoh GR. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Ricoh GR
S30 | GR |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Nikon S30
GR | S30 | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 14 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S30 and Ricoh GR
S30 | GR | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S30 features external measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh GR has dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S30 and Ricoh GR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S30 versus the GR.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S30 and GR is 90 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S30 and GR.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S30 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Ricoh GR will give extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Ricoh GR | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Ricoh GR |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2013-04-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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 | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 300 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.5 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 972 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | DB65 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $119 | $971 |