Ricoh GR vs Sony RX1R

Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh GR vs Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the GR (16MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the GR (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The GR was introduced 2 months prior to the RX1R which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GR scores against the RX1R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR offers physical dimensions 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 RX1R has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR vs Sony RX1R in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GR versus the RX1R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GR and RX1R is 90 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and RX1R.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GR having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX1R will offer you greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.