Olympus VH-515 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus VH-515 and Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is pretty similar but the VH-515 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The VH-515 was introduced 3 years later than the GR Digital III and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the VH-515 scores against the GR Digital III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VH-515 & Ricoh GR Digital III. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-515 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VH-515 and Ricoh GR Digital III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the VH-515 and the GR Digital III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and GR Digital III is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-515 and GR Digital III.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The VH-515 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Olympus VH-515 will offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern VH-515 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.