Ricoh GR vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here, we are comparing the Ricoh GR and Ricoh GR Digital III, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Ricoh. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the GR (16MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the GR (APS-C) and GR Digital III (1/1.7") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GR was manufactured 3 years later than the GR Digital III and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Ricoh GR Digital III being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GR scores versus the GR Digital III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR and Ricoh GR Digital III. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR enjoys outer measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh GR and Ricoh GR Digital III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the GR and the GR Digital III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GR and GR Digital III is 90 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and GR Digital III.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Ricoh GR will offer you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GR provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.