Ricoh GR III vs Sony A65

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh GR III versus Sony A65, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the A65 (24MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GR III was launched 6 years after the A65 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GR III matches up against the A65 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR III & Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR III provides outer dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) and the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR III versus Sony A65 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the GR III compared to the A65.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GR III and A65 is 90 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR III and A65.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of images though you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The fresher GR III provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.