Ricoh GR vs Sony A500

Here, we are comparing the Ricoh GR vs Sony A500, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the GR (16MP) and A500 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GR was released 3 years after the A500 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GR grades against the A500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR and Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony A500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A500 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR vs Sony A500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the GR vs the A500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR and A500 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and A500.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh GR to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger GR provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.