Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony W510

On this page, we will be comparing the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony W510, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and the W510 (12MP) is relatively similar but the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and W510 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The GR Digital IV was revealed 9 months later than the W510 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR Digital IV being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GR Digital IV matches up against the W510 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV provides outer 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 W510 has measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony W510 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR Digital IV against the W510.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GR Digital IV and W510 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GR Digital IV and W510.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W510 will offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern GR Digital IV will have an edge in sensor technology.