Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic TS3 and Ricoh GR Digital IV, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is fairly close but the TS3 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor size.

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The TS3 was released about the same time to the GR Digital IV and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the TS3 matches up versus the GR Digital IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS3 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital IV has proportions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the TS3 and the GR Digital IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and GR Digital IV is 92 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TS3 and GR Digital IV.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TS3 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic TS3 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.