Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony G3

Let's examine more in depth at the Ricoh GR Digital IV versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and the G3 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and G3 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The GR Digital IV was released 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GR Digital IV grades versus the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh GR Digital IV provides exterior dimensions 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 G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh GR Digital IV versus Sony G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the GR Digital IV and the G3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital IV and G3 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GR Digital IV and G3.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV features the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The younger GR Digital IV should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.