Let’s compare the Ricoh GR III vs Nikon Coolpix B500.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. In this side-by-side review, we will be comparing Ricoh GR III and Nikon Coolpix B500. While Ricoh GR III has APS-C sensor, Nikon Coolpix B500 has 1/2.3 inch sensor and 24.2 has a 24.2 MP and Nikon Coolpix B500 has a 16.1 MP resolution.
Ricoh GR III | Nikon Coolpix B500 | |
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Sensor and Camera Features | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Nikon |
Megapixels | 24.2 | 16.1 |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | APS-C | 1/2.3 inch |
SLR Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
Crop Factor | 1.5x | n/a |
AA Filter | Optional | None |
Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 (24.0 MP, 3:2) | 4608 x 3456 (15.9 MP, 4:3) |
Body Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
Native ISO | Min 100 - Max 102400 | Min 125 - Max 6400 |
Full ISO Settings | Auto, ISO 100 - 102,400 | Auto, 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200*, 6400*; *Available when using Auto mode |
Startup Time | ||
AF System and Shooting | ||
Auto Focus Type | Hybrid AF Phase/Contrast Detection: Auto-area AF, Zone AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Continuous AF, MF, Snap, Infinity | Contrast Detection: Center, Face priority, Manual with 99 focus areas, Subject tracking, Target Finding AF |
Continuous Shooting Speed / Burst Mode | Auto, ISO 100 - 102,400 | Auto, 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200*, 6400*; *Available when using Auto mode |
Shutter Speed Range | 1/4000 - 1200 sec | 1/1500 - 4 sec |
Bulb Mode | Yes | No |
JPEG Buffer Size | 7 | |
AW Buffer Size | ||
Screen/viewfinder | ||
LCD | 3.0 | 3.0 |
LCD Resolution | 1,036,800 dots (345,600 px) | 921,000 dots (307,200 px) |
Touchscreen | Yes | No |
Articulating Screen | No | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen | No | No |
Selfie Screen | No | No |
Top Deck Display | No | No |
Focus Peaking | No | No |
Viewfinder | No / LCD | No / LCD |
Viewfinder Type | Optional hotshoe mounted optical viewfinders | |
Focus Peaking | No | No |
Video Features | ||
Video Resolution | 1920x1080 (60p/30p/24p) | 1920x1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p) |
Video File Format | MOV (Image: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Sound: Linear PCM) | MP4 (Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC stereo) |
Memory Card Type | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
Dual Card Slot | No | No |
SD UHS Support | ||
Microphone Jack | No | No |
Headphone Jack | No | No |
Flash and Internal Connections | ||
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Max Flash Sync Speed | ||
Internal connections | USB-C (supports DisplayPort) | Micro (Type-D) HDMI |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
NFC | No | Yes |
Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
Built-In GPS | No | No |
USB Type | USB 3.0 Super Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi | USB 2.0 High Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi |
Physical | ||
Battery Life (CIPA) | ||
Battery Types | Lithium-ion rechargeable | Alkaline, Lithium disposables; NiMH rechargeables |
Weight | 9.1 oz (257 g) includes batteries | 19.1 oz (541 g) includes batteries |
Size | 4.3 x 2.4 x 1.3 in. (109 x 62 x 33 mm) | 4.5 x 3.1 x 3.8 in. (114 x 78 x 96 mm) |
Price | ||
Price | Buy starting from $899.95![]() |
Buy starting from $256.95![]() |
Release Date | 2019-03-22 | 2016-04-15 |