Pentax E90 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax E90 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the E90 (10MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is fairly similar but the E90 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.

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The E90 was introduced 7 months after the GR Digital III which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E90 scores vs the GR Digital III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E90 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax E90 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax E90 features physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the E90 vs the GR Digital III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E90 and GR Digital III is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E90 and GR Digital III.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor sizes. The E90 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more challenging. The fresher E90 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.