Ricoh GR vs Sony G3

Below, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GR vs Sony G3, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the GR (16MP) and G3 (10MP) and the GR (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The GR was manufactured 4 years after the G3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GR grades vs the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh GR features external measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR vs Sony G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the GR vs the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GR and G3 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and G3.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GR due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Ricoh GR will render extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer GR should have an edge in sensor tech.