Ricoh GR vs Sony RX10

Let's take a closer look at the Ricoh GR and Sony RX10, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the GR (APS-C) and RX10 (1") possess totally different sensor size.

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The GR was brought out 11 months before the RX10 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GR scores against the RX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GR versus the RX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR and RX10 is 90 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and RX10.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GR featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony RX10 will produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged GR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.