• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.9 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Ricoh GR III advantages over Nikon Z fc

  • Less expensive
    $897* vs $1097
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 43 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    257g vs 390g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 20.9 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Optional anti-aliasing filter
    Optional vs None
    Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré

Nikon Z fc advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • 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
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    3 years vs 6 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.0 fps vs 4.3 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 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 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.
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • 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
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Ricoh GR III
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $1221
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Fast startup
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Newer
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Ricoh GR III
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $1221
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Ricoh GR III
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $1221
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon Z fc
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Thinner
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30 II

Ricoh GR III
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $1221
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash

Compared to Nikon Z 30

Ricoh GR III
Nikon Z 30
  • $1221
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon Z fc
Nikon Z 30
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Thinner
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
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