Ricoh GR III vs Sigma fp L

Let's take a more detailed look at the Ricoh GR III versus Sigma fp L, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the GR III (24MP) and fp L (61MP) and the GR III (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The GR III was launched 3 years prior to the fp L which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GR III grades vs the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR III and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GR III has physical dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR III versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GR III versus the fp L.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GR III and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR III and fp L.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GR III featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma fp L will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 37MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged GR III will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.