Nikon S810c vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S810c versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the S810c (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S810c was released 2 years after the GR Digital IV which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the S810c matches up versus the GR Digital IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c features external measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S810c versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S810c against the GR Digital IV.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and GR Digital IV is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and GR Digital IV.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S810c because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon S810c will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer S810c will have a benefit in sensor innovation.