Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Released March 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony W530, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and W530 (14MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and W530 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was introduced 9 months earlier than the W530 and they are of a similar generation. The two 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 W530 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC grades against the W530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Sony W530
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | W530 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
W530 | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | March 2010 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony W530
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | W530 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC features outer dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has dimensions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony W530 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC against the W530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and W530 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and W530.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony W530 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony W530 Specifications
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-03-18 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 180 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 355g (0.78 pounds) | 113g (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $349 | $269 |