RED
KOMODO-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
Ricoh
GR IV
Latest GR with 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 28mm equivalent lens, 5-axis SR, 53GB internal memory, and pocket street-camera handling.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Jan 2026
GR IV is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
KOMODO-X
Wins
GR IV
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AKOMODO-X has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 49)
- BGR IV has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 25,600)
- AKOMODO-X has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4 fps)
- BGR IV has lower Weight (262 g vs 1130 g)
- AKOMODO-X has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 250 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareKOMODO-X
114 × 101 × 71 mm
1130 g (2.49 lb / 39.86 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GR IV
109 × 61 × 33 mm
262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)
KOMODO-X is 5mm wider, 40mm taller, and 38mm thicker than GR IV.
KOMODO-X is 868 g heavier than GR IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 71mm KOMODO-X · 33mm GR IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
KOMODO-X
114 × 101 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV
109 × 61 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
KOMODO-X
114 × 71 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV
109 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO-X
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
GR IV
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 101, 71
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 49 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only KOMODO-X supports it
Reasons to choose
GR IV
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 32.7
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Weight
262 g vs 1130 g — lower is better
Resolution
25.74 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
KOMODO-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
GR IV
Pros
- ✓25.74MP APS-C sensor
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift SR
- ✓53GB internal memory
- ✓Pocketable 28mm GR lens
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No built-in EVF
- –Full HD video only
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, KOMODO-X or GR IV?
KOMODO-X scores 9.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for GR IV — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO-X and GR IV?
KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP and GR IV is 25.74 MP, so the GR IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the KOMODO-X and GR IV have in-body image stabilization?
KOMODO-X has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while GR IV has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO-X or the GR IV?
KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic. GR IV reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the KOMODO-X and GR IV?
KOMODO-X weighs 1130 g and GR IV weighs 262 g, so the GR IV is 868 g lighter.
Do the KOMODO-X and GR IV record 4K video?
KOMODO-X: 6K 17:9 (max), 4K up to 120p. GR IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the KOMODO-X and GR IV weather sealed?
KOMODO-X: Yes. GR IV: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the KOMODO-X and 250 shots for the GR IV, giving the KOMODO-X the edge.
How much does each cost?
KOMODO-X launched at $9,995 and GR IV at $1,499. The GR IV is $8,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of RED and Ricoh press materials.