Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III
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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III 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
- Released February 2012
(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
- Revealed July 2009
- Updated by Ricoh GR Digital IV
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is very comparable but the S30 (1/3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") possess different sensor measurements.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe S30 was launched 2 years after the GR Digital III which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S30 grades against the GR Digital III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S30 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Ricoh GR Digital III
S30 | GR Digital III | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | July 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital III over the Nikon S30
GR Digital III | S30 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S30 and Ricoh GR Digital III
S30 | GR Digital III | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon S30 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital III has specifications of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S30 vs the GR Digital III.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S30 and GR Digital III is 90 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S30 and GR Digital III.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The S30 has got the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging. The more recent S30 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh GR Digital III Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Ricoh GR Digital III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Ricoh GR Digital III |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | 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 | 1/3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 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 exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | - |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lbs) | 208g (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 109 x 59 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $119 | $399 |