• 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon V2 advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 310 vs 200 shots
    Capture more photos
  • 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
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.6 fps vs 4.3 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    58.8 fps vs 4.1 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    40 vs 9 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Ricoh GR III advantages over Nikon V2

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1 inch
    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 2.86 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Fast startup
    ~0.70 vs 2.1 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
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 45 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    5 years vs 12 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 14.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • 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
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 40 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 6400 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
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • 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

  • 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
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • 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 Nikon V1

Nikon V2
Nikon V1
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Fast startup

Compare Nikon V2 vs Nikon V1

Ricoh GR III
Nikon V1
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Nikon V1

Compared to Nikon J2

Nikon V2
Nikon J2
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Higher effective ISO
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon V2 vs Nikon J2

Ricoh GR III
Nikon J2
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Internal flash
  • HDMI out

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Nikon J2

Compared to Panasonic GX7

Nikon V2
Panasonic GX7
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $648
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon V2 vs Panasonic GX7

Ricoh GR III
Panasonic GX7
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $648
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Panasonic GX7

Compared to Nikon AW1

Nikon V2
Nikon AW1
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $797
  • 1 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon V2 vs Nikon AW1

Ricoh GR III
Nikon AW1
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $797
  • 1 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Ricoh GR III vs Nikon AW1

Compared to Nikon V3

Nikon V2
Nikon V3
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • $1197
  • 1 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon V2 vs Nikon V3

Ricoh GR III
Nikon V3
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive
  • $1197
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

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