High ISO Test – Ricoh GR vs Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm X100S vs Canon G1 X, Ricoh GR features 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor that offers low-noise characteristics, 18.3mm F2.8 GR lens equivalent to 28mm in the 35mm format, take a look at the Image comparison below.
the scene is illuminated at 200 lux, the GR positioned in M mode with a couple 1/4 s and f / 5.6 ISO value of 100. The images are visible at 100% and you can download the raw files from focus-numerique
Image quality of of Canon G1X look stunning at ISO 3200 and 6400, Nikon Coolpix A performed better than Ricoh GR and Fujifilm X100S is the best camera for low light photography.
Also see – Ricoh GR comparison review
Buy Latest Products from Amazon
- Fujifilm X100S will cost you approx $1,299.00, available at B&H and AMAZON
- The ultra compact APS-C RICOH GR will cost you approx $796, available at B&H
- Buy Nikon Coolpix A from Amazon | B&H
- Buy Canon G1 X from Amazon
There is a small problem with your test. The Fuji example is underexposed compared to the other samples, thus the noise in the dark areas of the image – the most problematic noise in some ways – is masked since the entire area is black. You can’t have visible noise when the area is black. By exposing differently in the other images from other cameras and making this area gray instead of black you have revealed more noise in them.
Don’t imagine any anti-Fuji bias on my part. I own the X-E1 and like it a lot, and it does perform surprisingly well in low light conditions. I just think you need to equalize the exposures if you want to compare “apples to apples.”
Take care,
Dan
I’m story, but I fail to comprehend anyone shooting any of these models at any higher ISO than 3200 and still expecting high-end, full-frame DSLR results. I too have the fuji xe-1 and when coupled with the image-stabilized 18-55 zoom it captures exceptional low-light shots up to 1600, and 3200 in real darkness. It’s been said before, but if one needs to shoot at ISOs of 6400-25,000 get a flash, tripod, or wait for the sun to come up.
[…] compact camera available in the market today, better than Nikon coolpix A and Ricoh GR. See the image Comparison and specification comparison. (vs Ricoh | vs Nikon Coolpix A […]