Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V
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Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Released April 2013
- New Model is Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Launched July 2011

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Ricoh GR versus Sony HX9V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GR (APS-C) and HX9V (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

The GR was unveiled 22 months after the HX9V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the GR scores versus the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Sony HX9V
GR | HX9V | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 22 months |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Ricoh GR
HX9V | GR |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR and Sony HX9V
GR | HX9V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR provides physical dimensions 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 HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GR versus Sony HX9V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the GR against the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GR and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and HX9V.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The GR comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The more modern GR provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Ricoh GR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh GR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-04-17 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 300s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/4000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB65 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $971 | $328 |