Panasonic LX5 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic LX5 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is very similar but the LX5 (1/1.63") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX5 was launched 4 months after the GR Digital IV which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the LX5 scores against the GR Digital IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX5 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has sizing of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX5 versus Ricoh GR Digital IV in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the LX5 compared to the GR Digital IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and GR Digital IV is 88 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and GR Digital IV.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The LX5 uses the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult.