Ricoh GR III vs Sony RX100 V

Below, we are comparing the Ricoh GR III versus Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is very similar but the GR III (APS-C) and RX100 V (1") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The GR III was revealed 24 months after the RX100 V making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GR III matches up against the RX100 V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GR III offers external measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

See the Ricoh GR III versus Sony RX100 V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the GR III compared to the RX100 V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GR III and RX100 V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GR III and RX100 V.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GR III with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR III will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger GR III provides an edge in sensor tech.