Ricoh GR vs Sony RX100 VI

The following is a thorough overview of the Ricoh GR and Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is fairly similar but the GR (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GR was released 6 years prior to the RX100 VI which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GR scores vs the RX100 VI in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GR and Sony RX100 VI in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the GR against the RX100 VI.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GR and RX100 VI is 90 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and RX100 VI.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Sony RX100 VI will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged GR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.