Ricoh GR III vs Sony H20

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Ricoh GR III versus Sony H20, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the GR III (24MP) and H20 (10MP) and the GR III (APS-C) and H20 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The GR III was released 9 years after the H20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GR III matches up against the H20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR III provides outside dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR III versus Sony H20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the GR III compared to the H20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR III and H20 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GR III and H20.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GR III featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Ricoh GR III will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent GR III should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.