Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh GR II

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic 3D1 versus Ricoh GR II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and GR II (16MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was manufactured 4 years before the GR II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 3D1 grades against the GR II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR II has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic 3D1 versus Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the 3D1 versus the GR II.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and GR II is 93 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and GR II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 3D1 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh GR II will offer you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older 3D1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.