Ricoh GR vs Sony A380
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Ricoh GR vs Sony A380 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Launched April 2013
- Renewed by Ricoh GR II
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The following is a thorough comparison of the Ricoh GR and Sony A380, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR (16MP) and the A380 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
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Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GR scores versus the A380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Sony A380
| GR | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | April 2013 |  | August 2009 | Newer by 45 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Ricoh GR
| A380 | GR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Ricoh GR and Sony A380
| GR | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh GR vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR provides outer measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A380 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GR vs the A380.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and A380 is 90 and 68 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and A380.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Ricoh GR to give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger GR is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh GR vs Sony A380 Specifications
| Ricoh GR | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh GR | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
| Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Launched | 2013-04-17 | 2009-08-24 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | - |
| Available lenses | - | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 300 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/4000 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | - |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lb) | 519 gr (1.14 lb) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 78 | 67 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | 11.8 |
| DXO Low light rating | 972 | 614 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 pictures | 500 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | DB65 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $971 | $899 |
