Canon G1 X III vs Ricoh GR II

Below, we are matching up the Canon G1 X III and Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and GR II (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The G1 X III was introduced 2 years later than the GR II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the G1 X III scores vs the GR II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III & Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are available at Canon G1 X III Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon G1 X III has got physical measurements of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and 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).

Look at the Canon G1 X III and Ricoh GR II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G1 X III versus the GR II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X III and GR II is 82 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X III and GR II.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon G1 X III to offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The newer G1 X III will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.