Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony W620

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Ricoh GR Digital IV versus Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and W620 (14MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and W620 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The GR Digital IV was introduced 3 months prior to the W620 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GR Digital IV scores versus the W620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV comes with outside measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR Digital IV versus Sony W620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the GR Digital IV compared to the W620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR Digital IV and W620 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR Digital IV and W620.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony W620 will deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.