Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S9300 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the S9300 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The S9300 was released 11 months later than the GR Digital IV so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S9300 scores versus the GR Digital IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9300 offers physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 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).

Take a look at the Nikon S9300 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S9300 and the GR Digital IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and GR Digital IV is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and GR Digital IV.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S9300 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon S9300 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger S9300 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.