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Summary
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 maximum resolution of 5472 x 3648 pixels (20 megapixels) is better in comparison with the Ricoh GR Digital IV maximum resolution of 3648 x 2736 pixels (10 megapixels). The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 is produced with larger sensor than the Ricoh GR Digital IV: 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) versus 1/1.7' (7.44 x 5.58 mm). It is very important specification of this camera as large sensor allows the photographer to take photos of the better quality. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 offers a wider ISO range of 100-25600 in compare with 100-3200 ISO range of the Ricoh GR Digital IV. Such ISO numbers let the camera owner to take good quality photos in low light situations. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 has more presets of white balance - 9. It gives the photographer more control over colour. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 provides image stabilization which will allow the photographer to take sharp pictures indoors without using a tripod. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 provides more powerful 14x digital and 3x optical zooms.
The Ricoh GR Digital IV display is better as it offers more screen dots 1,230,000 in comparison to 1,228,800 dots of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 display. The higher dot count display is better for reviewing images on your camera. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 has better slowest (30 seconds) and fastest (1/2000 second) shutter speeds.
The GR Digital IV supports external flash. It provides great control over the exposure and lighting of the subject in low light or in bright light situations where the camera owner needs to fill-flash. The Ricoh GR Digital IV battery life is better than the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 battery life. In accordance with CIPA standards the photographer will be able to capture 390 shots with the GR Digital IV and only 330 with the Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The GR Digital IV weighs 190g which is 50g lighter in comparison with the weight of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100.
Taking into account the above-mentioned differences the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 will be the best buy. Get the list of the best offers on Amazon.