Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony W830

Below is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony W830, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is very similar but the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was released 23 months before the W830 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 grades versus the W830 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony W830 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony W830 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs the W830.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and W830 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and W830.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W830 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.