Ricoh GR vs Sony W320

Here, we will be matching up the Ricoh GR vs Sony W320, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively similar but the GR (APS-C) and W320 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The GR was launched 3 years later than the W320 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GR matches up vs the W320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR enjoys outer dimensions 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 W320 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR vs Sony W320 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the GR vs the W320.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GR and W320 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and W320.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GR because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher GR is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.