Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1
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Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Later Model is Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Revealed May 2020
- Refreshed by Sony ZV-1 II
Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is pretty similar but the GR (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") provide different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe GR was brought out 8 years prior to the ZV-1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GR grades against the ZV-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR and Sony ZV-1. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Sony ZV-1
GR | ZV-1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | 922k | Clearer screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Ricoh GR
ZV-1 | GR | |||
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Revealed | May 2020 | April 2013 | Fresher by 86 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GR and Sony ZV-1
GR | ZV-1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR has external 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 ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GR against the ZV-1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR and ZV-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and ZV-1.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1 will offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older GR is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh GR vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Ricoh GR | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GR | Sony ZV-1 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-04-17 | 2020-05-27 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 315 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 300 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/4000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lb) | 294 gr (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB65 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $971 | $750 |