EOS R100vs Nikon Zfvs Ricoh GR IIIx
Which should you buy?
First Camera / Beginner Photography — EOS R100 (2023): The R100 does the basics well at the lowest possible price point. Its main value is as a gateway into the Canon RF ecosystem — the lenses you buy now will work on any Canon body you upgrade to later. Modest ambitions, reliably met.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Street Portraits & Reportage — Ricoh GR IIIx (2021): APS-C in a shirt pocket with a 40mm perspective — the GR IIIx is the ideal street portrait compact for photographers who want a slightly tighter frame.
Who should buy what
EOS R100 (2023)
- First-time camera buyers stepping up from a smartphone
- Students and hobbyists wanting an affordable starting point
- Anyone who wants to start investing in Canon RF glass on a budget
- Casual photographers who don't need advanced video or speed
Nikon Zf (2023)
- You want full-frame quality in a compact, beautiful camera you'll genuinely love carrying
- You appreciate analogue-inspired design alongside modern digital performance
- You shoot street, travel, or lifestyle and want a camera that feels special to use
Ricoh GR IIIx (2021)
- You want the GR experience with a slightly tighter, more versatile field of view
- You shoot portraits, food, or street scenes where 40mm suits better than 28mm wide
- You want a premium compact that fits in a shirt pocket with better tonal rendering than a phone
Quick take: The nikon zf has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos r100 is the most affordable; only the nikon zf is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R100 (2023) | Nikon Zf (2023) | Ricoh GR IIIx (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £529 | £1,699 | £999 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 24.5MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/60p | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF, face detection, subject tracking | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Hybrid contrast/phase-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops | 4-stop IBIS (Shake Reduction) |
| Burst Rate | 6.5fps mechanical | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 4fps |
| Battery Life | ~270 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 356g (body, battery, card) | 710g with battery | 262g |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm | 111.2 × 61.4 × 33.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Fixed 40mm-equiv f/2.8 lens |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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