Ricoh GR III vs Sony ZV-1

Its time to examine more closely at the Ricoh GR III and Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the GR III (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The GR III was announced 20 months earlier than the ZV-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GR III matches up vs the ZV-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR III & Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR III enjoys outside measurements 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 ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the GR III against the ZV-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GR III and ZV-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GR III and ZV-1.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR III using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR III will resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged GR III is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.