Olympus XZ-1 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus XZ-1 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the XZ-1 (10MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is relatively comparable but the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizes.

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The XZ-1 was revealed 7 months before the GR Digital IV and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the XZ-1 grades vs the GR Digital IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus XZ-1 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The full galleries are available at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-1 has outer measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has proportions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-1 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the XZ-1 against the GR Digital IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-1 and GR Digital IV is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-1 and GR Digital IV.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The XZ-1 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged XZ-1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.