Panasonic FZ70 vs Ricoh GR

The following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FZ70 versus Ricoh GR, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the GR (16MP) is relatively comparable but the FZ70 (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ70 was unveiled 4 months after the GR and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ70 matches up versus the GR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Ricoh GR. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ70 provides exterior dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR has measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ70 versus Ricoh GR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FZ70 compared to the GR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and GR is 63 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ70 and GR.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FZ70 includes the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower DOF trickier.