Ricoh GR vs Sony TX55

Following is a detailed overview of the Ricoh GR and Sony TX55, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is pretty close but the GR (APS-C) and TX55 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The GR was revealed 22 months after the TX55 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GR grades against the TX55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GR enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR and Sony TX55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the GR compared to the TX55.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GR and TX55 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and TX55.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizes. The GR includes the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler. The younger GR provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.