Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810
90 Imaging
68 Features
62 Overall
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96 Imaging
45 Features
26 Overall
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Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810 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
- Released September 2018
- Old Model is Ricoh GR III
- Replacement is Ricoh GR III
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2014

Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the W810 (20MP) is relatively close but the GR III (APS-C) and W810 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

The GR III was released 4 years after the W810 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GR III grades vs the W810 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR III Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR III over the Sony W810
GR III | W810 | |||
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Revealed | September 2018 | ![]() | January 2014 | More modern by 58 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Ricoh GR III
W810 | GR III |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR III and Sony W810
GR III | W810 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR III enjoys 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) while the Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR III against the W810.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GR III and W810 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GR III and W810.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GR III featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR III will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger GR III will have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Ricoh GR III vs Sony W810 Specifications
Ricoh GR III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GR III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2018-09-25 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-16 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 6cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 257 gr (0.57 lbs) | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $900 | $100 |