Ricoh GR vs Sony HX20V

Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh GR and Sony HX20V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively close but the GR (APS-C) and HX20V (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The GR was introduced 10 months after the HX20V and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the GR scores against the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR comes with external dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR and Sony HX20V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GR versus the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and HX20V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and HX20V.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GR with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony HX20V will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher GR should have an advantage in sensor tech.