Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A350

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A350, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and A350 (14MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and A350 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GR Digital IV was manufactured 3 years later than the A350 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR Digital IV being a Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GR Digital IV matches up vs the A350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR Digital IV offers physical measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony A350 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A350 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GR Digital IV against the A350.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital IV and A350 is 92 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GR Digital IV and A350.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A350 will give you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher GR Digital IV is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.