Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony WX1

Here is a in depth assessment of the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony WX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and WX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor size.

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The GR Digital IV was announced 2 years later than the WX1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR Digital IV being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GR Digital IV matches up vs the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV enjoys exterior measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Sony WX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GR Digital IV and the WX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR Digital IV and WX1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR Digital IV and WX1.

All in all, both the cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV has the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The fresher GR Digital IV will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.