Panasonic S2 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic S2 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the S2 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The S2 was revealed 2 years later than the GR Digital III and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S2 scores versus the GR Digital III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S2 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S2 vs Ricoh GR Digital III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S2 versus the GR Digital III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and GR Digital III is 96 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and GR Digital III.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic S2 will result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent S2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.