Ricoh GR Digital III vs Sigma fp L

In this article, we are contrasting the Ricoh GR Digital III vs Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the GR Digital III (10MP) and fp L (61MP) and the GR Digital III (1/1.7") and fp L (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The GR Digital III was revealed 12 years before the fp L and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR Digital III being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GR Digital III matches up vs the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital III and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh GR Digital III enjoys outside dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR Digital III vs Sigma fp L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the GR Digital III against the fp L.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital III and fp L is 92 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR Digital III and fp L.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital III having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 51MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older GR Digital III will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.