Panasonic FS25 vs Ricoh GR

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FS25 and Ricoh GR, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and GR (16MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS25 was brought out 5 years prior to the GR which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FS25 grades versus the GR for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Ricoh GR. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Ricoh GR Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Ricoh GR has proportions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FS25 and the GR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and GR is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and GR.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS25 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Ricoh GR will provide extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.