Olympus XZ-1 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus XZ-1 and Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the XZ-1 (10MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is fairly comparable but the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizes.

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The XZ-1 was introduced 19 months later than the GR Digital III making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the XZ-1 matches up versus the GR Digital III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-1 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-1 has got exterior measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital III has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check out the Olympus XZ-1 and Ricoh GR Digital III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the XZ-1 versus the GR Digital III.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-1 and GR Digital III is 88 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-1 and GR Digital III.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same MP but different sensor sizing. The XZ-1 provides the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The fresher XZ-1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.