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Ricoh GR IIIx — APS-C compact · 2021
Ricoh

Ricoh GR IIIx

APS-C compact · 2021

87
/ 100
From $999
VS
Sony FX3 wins by 3
Sony FX3 — full-frame · 2021
Sony

Sony FX3

full-frame · 2021

90
/ 100
From $3,898
Specdex verdict

Sony FX3 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Ricoh GR IIIx lands at 87 and Sony FX3 at 90. That puts Sony FX3 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Ricoh GR IIIx if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Sony FX3 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Sony FX3

Compared on the photo sub-score

Sony FX3 leads on photo (90 vs 87).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Sony FX3

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Sony FX3 leads on autofocus (88 vs 83).

Value for money

Ricoh GR IIIx

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Ricoh GR IIIx more score per dollar ($999 vs $3,898).

Ricoh GR IIIx 87
vs
90 Sony FX3

Score breakdown

Ricoh GR IIIx
87
photo 87
video 79
autofocus 83
ergonomics 86
Sony FX3
90
photo 90
video 86
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Ricoh GR IIIx versus Sony FX3 — full spec comparison
Spec Ricoh GR IIIx Sony FX3
Format
APS-C compact
full-frame
Release year
2021
2021

Ricoh GR IIIx

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Sony FX3

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Ricoh GR IIIx vs Sony FX3

Which is better, Ricoh GR IIIx or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Ricoh GR IIIx worth the price? +

At $999, Ricoh GR IIIx delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in photo.

Is Sony FX3 worth the price? +

At $3,898, Sony FX3 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in photo.

Does Ricoh GR IIIx or Sony FX3 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Ricoh GR IIIx or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 — leads on photo (90 vs 87). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Ricoh GR IIIx or Sony FX3? +

Sony FX3 — leads on autofocus (88 vs 83). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.