Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A580
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Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28mm (F1.9) lens
- 190g - 109 x 59 x 33mm
- Announced September 2011
- Older Model is Ricoh GR Digital III
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 599g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Released May 2011
- Previous Model is Sony A100
Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A580 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony A580, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and A580 (16MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and A580 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GR Digital IV was launched 4 months after the A580 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR Digital IV being a Compact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GR Digital IV scores versus the A580 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A580 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital IV over the Sony A580
GR Digital IV | A580 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | 922k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A580 over the Ricoh GR Digital IV
A580 | GR Digital IV | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony A580
GR Digital IV | A580 | |||
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Released | September 2011 | May 2011 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A580 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR Digital IV comes with physical measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony A580 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony A580 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GR Digital IV compared to the A580.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital IV and A580 is 92 and 64 respectively.
Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A580 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR Digital IV and A580.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GR Digital IV due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A580 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively.
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Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony A580 Specifications
Ricoh GR Digital IV | Sony Alpha DSLR-A580 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh GR Digital IV | Sony Alpha DSLR-A580 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2011-09-15 | 2011-05-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/1.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) | 599 gr (1.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 59 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1121 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 images | 1050 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB65 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | Two |
Launch price | $599 | $848 |