Reasons to choose Caplio G3
Released in 2003, Caplio G3 has about 21 mm² of sensor area, 3.1 MP effective resolution, and a 160 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Ricoh Caplio G3
vs Ricoh Caplio RR120
VS
Sensor area
21 mm²
Caplio G315 mm²
Caplio RR120- Area ratio
- 1.41:1
- Absolute difference
- 6 mm²
- Relative difference
- 40.6%
The Caplio G3 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Caplio G3MetricCaplio RR120
3.1 MPEffective pixels2.2 MP
5.33 × 4Sensor4.5 × 3.37
2.62 µmPixel pitch2.63 µm
6.88 µm²Pixel area6.89 µm²
14.54 MP/cm²Pixel density14.51 MP/cm²
6.49Crop factor7.7
—Maximum video—
160 gWeight230 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageSmartMedia
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)Battery4x AA
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Caplio G3 has the larger sensor area. The Caplio G3 has the lighter body. The Caplio G3 has the higher effective resolution. The Caplio G3 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Caplio RR120
Released in 2002, Caplio RR120 has about 15 mm² of sensor area, 2.2 MP effective resolution, and a 230 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.