Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600
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Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16) lens
- 257g - 109 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2018
- Older Model is Ricoh GR III
- Later Model is Ricoh GR III
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
- Announced August 2019
- Replacement is Sony A6700

Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The GR III was manufactured 11 months earlier than the A6600 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GR III matches up versus the A6600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR III and Sony Alpha a6600. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR III Gallery and Sony A6600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR III over the Sony A6600
GR III | A6600 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Ricoh GR III
A6600 | GR III | |||
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Announced | August 2019 | ![]() | September 2018 | More modern by 11 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Ricoh GR III and Sony A6600
GR III | A6600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. 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) and the Sony A6600 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the GR III compared to the A6600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR III and A6600 is 90 and 77 respectively.

Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GR III and A6600.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged GR III is going to be behind in sensor technology.

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Ricoh GR III vs Sony A6600 Specifications
Ricoh GR III | Sony Alpha a6600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh GR III | Sony Alpha a6600 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-09-25 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-16 | - |
Macro focusing range | 6cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 257 grams (0.57 pounds) | 503 grams (1.11 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1497 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 810 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ1000 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $900 | $1,198 |