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Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V

Portability
90
Imaging
57
Features
54
Overall
55
Ricoh GR front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Key Specs

Ricoh GR
(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
Sony HX9V
(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
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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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Sony HX9V

 GR HX9V 
LaunchedApril 2013July 2011More modern by 22 months
Screen resolution1230k921kClearer screen (+309k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Ricoh GR

 HX9V GR 

Common features in the Ricoh GR and Sony HX9V

 GR HX9V 
Manual focus More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V size comparison

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

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh GR
Portrait photography with Sony HX9V
74
has manual focus
high flash sync speed (1/4,000 seconds)
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
39
focusing manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh GR
Street photography with Sony HX9V
74
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than competitors (245g)
above average high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (245g)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh GR
Sports photography with Sony HX9V
45
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
44
incredible zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh GR
Travel photography with Sony HX9V
71
lighter than competitors (245g)
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than average in class (245g)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long reach (384mm)
no Timelapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GR Landscape photography highlights
Sony HX9V Landscape photography highlights
61
has manual focus
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
49
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GR Vlogging info
Sony HX9V Vlogging info
30
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (245g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have microphone socket
33
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (245 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no microphone port
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Ricoh GR vs Sony HX9V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GR and Sony HX9V
 Ricoh GRSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V
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