Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony H20

Here is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and H20 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The GR Digital IV was introduced 2 years later than the H20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GR Digital IV grades against the H20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR Digital IV has got outside measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony H20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GR Digital IV and the H20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital IV and H20 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GR Digital IV and H20.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV features the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The newer GR Digital IV is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.