Ricoh GR III vs Sony HX400V

Following is a thorough assessment of the Ricoh GR III and Sony HX400V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very similar but the GR III (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The GR III was introduced 4 years after the HX400V which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GR III grades vs the HX400V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GR III provides outside measurements 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 HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR III and Sony HX400V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GR III and the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR III and HX400V is 90 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR III and HX400V.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GR III using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Ricoh GR III will deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger GR III is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.