Panasonic SZ8 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic SZ8 and Ricoh GR Digital III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the SZ8 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The SZ8 was brought out 4 years after the GR Digital III which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ8 grades vs the GR Digital III for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ8 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has sizing of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ8 and Ricoh GR Digital III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ8 against the GR Digital III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and GR Digital III is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ8 and GR Digital III.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SZ8 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic SZ8 will give greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SZ8 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.