Canon 1Ds MII vs Ricoh GR II

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon 1Ds MII versus Ricoh GR II, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and the GR II (16MP) is pretty close but the 1Ds MII (Full frame) and GR II (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1Ds MII was introduced 10 years earlier than the GR II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1Ds MII being a Large SLR camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the 1Ds MII matches up vs the GR II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II and Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1Ds MII Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1Ds MII enjoys outside dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Canon 1Ds MII versus Ricoh GR II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 1Ds MII against the GR II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MII and GR II is 50 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1Ds MII and GR II.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1Ds MII using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 1Ds MII will provide you with greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older 1Ds MII will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.