Ricoh GR vs Sony QX10

In this write-up, we are looking at the Ricoh GR versus Sony QX10, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly similar but the GR (APS-C) and QX10 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The GR was launched 4 months before the QX10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GR scores versus the QX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR versus Sony QX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GR against the QX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and QX10 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and QX10.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony QX10 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively.