Ricoh GR vs Sony HX200V

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh GR and Sony HX200V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very well matched but the GR (APS-C) and HX200V (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The GR was revealed 12 months later than the HX200V and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the GR scores against the HX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR provides 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) and the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR and Sony HX200V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GR against the HX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GR and HX200V is 90 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and HX200V.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX200V will give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern GR provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.