• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 20.8 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 102,400

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Differences

Ricoh GR III advantages over Nikon D6

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • 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
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 92 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    257g vs 1270g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 20.8 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Optional anti-aliasing filter
    Optional vs Fixed
    Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré

Nikon D6 advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.45 vs 3.92 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Higher-res screen
    590k vs 346k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    327680 vs 102400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • 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 Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • 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
  • 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
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon D4S

Ricoh GR III
Nikon D4S
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $5399
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Nikon D6
Nikon D4S
  • $6500
  • 35mm
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $5399
  • 35mm

Compared to Nikon D5

Ricoh GR III
Nikon D5
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $4911
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Nikon D6
Nikon D5
  • $6500
  • 35mm
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • Built-in GPS
  • $4911
  • 35mm
  • Higher extended ISO

Compared to Canon 1DX Mark II

Ricoh GR III
Canon 1DX Mark II
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Nikon D6
Canon 1DX Mark II
  • $6500
  • 35mm
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • More cross-type AF points
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Slow-motion videos

Compared to Canon 1DX Mark III

Ricoh GR III
Canon 1DX Mark III
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $6499
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Nikon D6
Canon 1DX Mark III
  • $6500
  • 35mm
  • Longer exposure
  • $6499
  • 35mm
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Nikon D780

Ricoh GR III
Nikon D780
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1830
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Nikon D6
Nikon D780
  • $6500
  • 35mm
  • Built-in GPS
  • More cross-type AF points
  • $1830
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Tiltable Screen
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