Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the S6000 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor size.

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The S6000 was revealed 19 months before the GR Digital IV which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the S6000 matches up vs the GR Digital IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 & Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6000 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S6000 and the GR Digital IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and GR Digital IV is 94 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and GR Digital IV.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S6000 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S6000 will result in greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S6000 will be behind in sensor innovation.