Ricoh GR vs Sony S950

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Ricoh GR and Sony S950, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the GR (16MP) and S950 (10MP) and the GR (APS-C) and S950 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GR was brought out 4 years later than the S950 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the GR matches up vs the S950 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh GR provides physical measurements 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 S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR and Sony S950 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the GR and the S950.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and S950 is 90 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and S950.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GR featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh GR will give more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher GR will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.