Canon G1 X II vs Ricoh GR II

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon G1 X II vs Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the G1 X II (13MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively close but the G1 X II (1.5") and GR II (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The G1 X II was manufactured 16 months earlier than the GR II which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G1 X II grades vs the GR II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are available at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon G1 X II enjoys outside dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") with a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Ricoh GR II has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G1 X II vs the GR II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X II and GR II is 76 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and GR II.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X II featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Ricoh GR II will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G1 X II will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.