Pentax W90 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax W90 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the W90 (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is very well matched but the W90 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The W90 was announced 18 months earlier than the GR Digital IV making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the W90 grades versus the GR Digital IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W90 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax W90 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W90 comes with outside measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital IV has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Pentax W90 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the W90 and the GR Digital IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the W90 and GR Digital IV is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the W90 and GR Digital IV.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The W90 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax W90 will give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged W90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.