Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the FH6 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") use different sensor size.

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The FH6 was announced 4 months later than the GR Digital IV which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH6 grades against the GR Digital IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Ricoh GR Digital IV. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 features external measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has sizing of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH6 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH6 compared to the GR Digital IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and GR Digital IV is 96 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and GR Digital IV.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH6 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic FH6 will give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.