Olympus 6000 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

The following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus 6000 and Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is very comparable but the 6000 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") boast different sensor size.

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The 6000 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the GR Digital IV which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 6000 matches up vs the GR Digital IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6000 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6000 versus the GR Digital IV.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6000 and GR Digital IV is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 6000 and GR Digital IV.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The 6000 includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The more aged 6000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.