Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and GR Digital IV (10MP) and the XS1 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The XS1 was released 16 months after the GR Digital IV making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the XS1 grades against the GR Digital IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions 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 XS1 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the XS1 vs the GR Digital IV.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the XS1 and GR Digital IV is 97 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and GR Digital IV.

To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The XS1 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic XS1 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer XS1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.