Clicky

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330

Portability
85
Imaging
34
Features
44
Overall
38
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front
Portability
67
Imaging
50
Features
50
Overall
50

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 Key Specs

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
  • 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
  • Introduced March 2010
Sony A330
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
  • Announced May 2009
  • Older Model is Sony A300
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony A330, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the A330 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and A330 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was brought out 11 months later than the A330 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC matches up vs the A330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes
	
	

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Sony A330

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC A330 
AnnouncedMarch 2010May 2009Fresher by 11 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kSharper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 A330 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony A330

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC A330 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has external dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony A330 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony A330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus the A330.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and A330 is 85 and 67 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and A330.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh trickier. The more modern GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Portrait photography factors
Sony A330 Portrait photography factors
36
has manual focus
exports RAW formats
no liveview feature
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/1.7")
62
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect focus
saves RAW files
low resolution sensor (10MP)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
Street photography with Sony A330
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
lighter than others in class (355g)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/1.7")
75
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
Sports photography with Sony A330
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
low MP (10MP)
sensor is small (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
50
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with phase detect auto focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
low battery (230 per charge)
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
Travel photography with Sony A330
60
lighter than others in class (355g)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
low MP (10 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
44
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
low battery (230 shots)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Landscape photography details
Sony A330 Landscape photography details
47
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
no liveview feature
low MP (10MP)
sensor is small (1/1.7")
54
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
low battery (230 shots)
missing Timelapse recording
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Vlogging highlights
Sony A330 Vlogging highlights
28
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (355g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
9
no video
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony A330
 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VCSony Alpha DSLR-A330
General Information
Company Ricoh Sony
Model Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sony Alpha DSLR-A330
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2010-03-18 2009-05-18
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" APS-C
Sensor measurements 7.44 x 5.58mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens focal range 24-72mm (3.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/2.5-4.4 -
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Total lenses - 143
Crop factor 4.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.49x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 180s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.50 m 10.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Max video resolution 640x480 None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 355 grams (0.78 pounds) 529 grams (1.17 pounds)
Dimensions 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 64
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.5
DXO Low light score not tested 535
Other
Battery life 410 photos 230 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FH50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $349 $545