• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon Coolpix A advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.79 vs 3.92 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • 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
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    17 vs 9 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)

Ricoh GR III advantages over Nikon Coolpix A

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Fast startup
    ~0.70 vs 1.9 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Newer
    6 years vs 12 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Less shutter lag
    0.17 vs 0.58 sec
    Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 16.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Optional anti-aliasing filter
    Optional vs None
    Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré
  • Longer exposure
    1200 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • 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

  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • 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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  • Solid alloy body with true twin-dial design; Smaller, lighter, and cheaper than most direct competitors; Excellent image quality, even when compared to interchangeable-lens cameras; Numerous accessories expand upon its capabilities.

  • Fixed prime lens is not for everybody; Ergonomics could be better; Performance is spotty; Built-in flash is rather weak; Battery life is quite modest.

  • Read our Nikon Coolpix A Review

The Competition

Compared to Leica X2

Nikon Coolpix A
Leica X2
  • $1097
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $1499
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica X2

Ricoh GR III
Leica X2
  • $984
  • 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 Ricoh GR

Nikon Coolpix A
Ricoh GR
  • $1097
  • APS-C
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Bigger RAW buffer
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Ricoh GR

Ricoh GR III
Ricoh GR
  • $984
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Ricoh GR

Compared to Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Nikon Coolpix A
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $1097
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $1534
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Ricoh GR III
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $984
  • 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 Ricoh GR II

Nikon Coolpix A
Ricoh GR II
  • $1097
  • APS-C
  • Bigger RAW buffer
  • $538
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Ricoh GR II

Ricoh GR III
Ricoh GR II
  • $984
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen
  • $538
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Ricoh GR II

Compared to Fujifilm X70

Nikon Coolpix A
Fujifilm X70
  • $1097
  • APS-C
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • Bigger RAW buffer
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm X70

Ricoh GR III
Fujifilm X70
  • $984
  • 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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