• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Ricoh GR III advantages over Sony A7C

  • Less expensive
    $897* vs $1798
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 59 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    257g vs 509g
    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

Sony A7C advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 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
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    4 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
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • 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

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A9

Ricoh GR III
Sony A9
  • $984
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $2997
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Sony A7C
Sony A9
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2997
  • 35mm
  • Higher max flash sync
  • Dual card slots

Compared to Canon EOS RP

Ricoh GR III
Canon EOS RP
  • $984
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor
Sony A7C
Canon EOS RP
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Wider angle kit lens

Compared to Sigma fp

Ricoh GR III
Sigma fp
  • $984
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $1623
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Sony A7C
Sigma fp
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $1623
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Nikon Z5

Ricoh GR III
Nikon Z5
  • $984
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Sony A7C
Nikon Z5
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • NFC
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Dual card slots

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Ricoh GR III
Nikon Z6 II
  • $984
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Sony A7C
Nikon Z6 II
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Top deck display
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