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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950

Portability
85 Imaging
34 Features
44 Overall
38
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front
Portability
94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
26

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 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
  • Launched March 2010
Sony S950
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Launched February 2009
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony S950, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very close but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and S950 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was revealed 14 months after the S950 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores versus the S950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Sony S950

		

		

			
 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC S950 
LaunchedMarch 2010February 2009More modern by 14 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

		

		

			
 S950 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony S950

		

		

			
 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC S950 
Focus manually  More precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen  Missing selfie screen
Touch display  Missing Touch display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has got external dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony S950 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC compared to the S950.
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 size comparison
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and S950 is 85 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and S950.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC offers the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more modern GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
	
			Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
Portrait photography with Sony S950
36
 focusing manually
 saves RAW files
 no liveview feature
 low MP (10 megapixels)
 very small sensor size (1/1.7")
26
 has manual focus
 manual mode not available
 can't use external flash
 sensor resolution not great (10MP)
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Street photography factors
Sony S950 Street photography factors
65
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 saves RAW files
 lighter than competition (355g)
 no moving screen
 very small sensor size (1/1.7")
56
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 screen is fixed
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
Photography Glossary
Sports Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sports photography details
Sony S950 Sports photography details
25
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 no liveview feature
 very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
 low MP (10 megapixels)
 very small sensor size (1/1.7")
 doesn't have phase detect autofocus
24
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
 no shutter priority
 sensor resolution not great (10MP)
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Travel photography info
Sony S950 Travel photography info
60
 lighter than competition (355g)
 has built in flash
 really wide (24mm)
 low MP (10MP)
 doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
50
 has built in flash
 does not have Timelapse mode
 sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
 slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Landscape photography factors
Sony S950 Landscape photography factors
47
 focusing manually
 really wide (24mm)
 screen size is decent (3")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 saves RAW files
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
 no liveview feature
 low MP (10MP)
 very small sensor size (1/1.7")
31
 has manual focus
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
 slow max aperture (f3.3)
 tiny screen (2.7")
 manual mode not available
 sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW format
 does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Vlogging advice
Sony S950 Vlogging advice
28
 really wide (24mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 lighter than competition (355 grams)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
 doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
 low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
 does not have microphone jack
9
 no video recording
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony S950 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony S950
 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VCSony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
Class Advanced Mirrorless Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-03-18 2009-02-17
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 7.44 x 5.58mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 41.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-72mm (3.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.5-4.4 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focusing range 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 4.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 180 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash distance 4.50 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe    
AEB    
WB bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Highest video resolution 640x480 None
Video file format Motion JPEG 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
Environmental sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 355g (0.78 pounds) 167g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 images -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $349 $130