• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Ricoh GR III advantages over Panasonic G100

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.92 vs 3.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • 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 54 mm
    Thinner
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Optional anti-aliasing filter
    Optional vs None
    Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré
  • Longer exposure
    1200 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Panasonic G100 advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • Less expensive
    $598 vs $897*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • 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
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • 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
  • More dots on screen
    1840k vs 1037k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

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
  • 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

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • 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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The Competition

Compared to Olympus E-M10 III

Ricoh GR III
Olympus E-M10 III
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Fast startup
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Olympus E-M10 III

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M10 III
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M10 III

Compared to Olympus E-M5 III

Ricoh GR III
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Olympus E-M5 III

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M5 III

Compared to Olympus E-PL10

Ricoh GR III
Olympus E-PL10
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Olympus E-PL10

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-PL10
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $549
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-PL10

Compared to Olympus E-M10 IV

Ricoh GR III
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic G100 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Ricoh GR III
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $998
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $646
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Canon EOS M50 II

Panasonic G100
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $646
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • NFC

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