Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon S9100 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is fairly well matched but the S9100 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizes.

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The S9100 was brought out at a similar time to the GR Digital IV and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S9100 matches up vs the GR Digital IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9100 features external dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has specifications of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9100 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S9100 against the GR Digital IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and GR Digital IV is 91 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and GR Digital IV.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S9100 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon S9100 will give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.