Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III
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Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 204800
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Successor is Pentax K-1 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16) lens
- 257g - 109 x 62 x 33mm
- Released September 2018
- Superseded the Ricoh GR III
- New Model is Ricoh GR III
Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax K-1 and Ricoh GR III, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and GR III (24MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and GR III (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe K-1 was brought out 3 years earlier than the GR III which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the K-1 matches up versus the GR III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 and Ricoh GR III. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 over the Ricoh GR III
K-1 | GR III | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR III over the Pentax K-1
GR III | K-1 | |||
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Released | September 2018 | February 2016 | Newer by 31 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax K-1 and Ricoh GR III
K-1 | GR III | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1037k | 1037k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-1 has exterior dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR III has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).
Check out the Pentax K-1 and Ricoh GR III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the K-1 versus the GR III.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and GR III is 55 and 90 respectively.
Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 and GR III.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The K-1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Pentax K-1 will show more detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged K-1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GR III Specifications
Pentax K-1 | Ricoh GR III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax K-1 | Ricoh GR III |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2016-02-17 | 2018-09-25 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 33 | - |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-16 |
Macro focus distance | - | 6cm |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.4 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | Auto, Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1010g (2.23 pounds) | 257g (0.57 pounds) |
Dimensions | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") | 109 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3280 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Price at release | $1,499 | $900 |