Ricoh GR vs Sony HX350

Below is a extensive overview of the Ricoh GR versus Sony HX350, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the GR (APS-C) and HX350 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The GR was unveiled 4 years before the HX350 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GR scores vs the HX350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh GR provides outside 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) while the Sony HX350 has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR versus Sony HX350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GR versus the HX350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GR and HX350 is 90 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and HX350.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GR having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX350 will show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older GR will be behind in sensor technology.