• APS-C 332.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 72.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon G1X Mark III advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • More telephoto lens reach
    72 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    9.3 fps vs 4.3 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    9.4 fps vs 4.1 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    16 vs 9 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)

Ricoh GR III advantages over Canon G1X Mark III

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Fast startup
    ~0.70 vs 2.1 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 51 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    257g vs 399g
    Lighter weight
  • Optional anti-aliasing filter
    Optional vs Fixed
    Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré
  • Longer exposure
    1200 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 23 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Both provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Canon G1X

Canon G1X Mark III
Canon G1X
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $576
  • 1.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon G1X Mark III vs Canon G1X

Ricoh GR III
Canon G1X
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Touchscreen
  • $576
  • 1.5 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Canon G1X

Compared to Sigma DP1 Merrill

Canon G1X Mark III
Sigma DP1 Merrill
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon G1X Mark III vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Ricoh GR III
Sigma DP1 Merrill
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Compared to Leica X2

Canon G1X Mark III
Leica X2
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon G1X Mark III vs Leica X2

Ricoh GR III
Leica X2
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Leica X2

Compared to Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Canon G1X Mark III
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1534
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon G1X Mark III vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Ricoh GR III
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen
  • $1534
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Compared to Fujifilm X70

Canon G1X Mark III
Fujifilm X70
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Canon G1X Mark III vs Fujifilm X70

Ricoh GR III
Fujifilm X70
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Fujifilm X70

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