Canon G5 X MII vs Ricoh GR III

Below is a comprehensive review of the Canon G5 X MII versus Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the G5 X MII (20MP) and the GR III (24MP) is pretty comparable but the G5 X MII (1") and GR III (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The G5 X MII was unveiled 10 months later than the GR III so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G5 X MII matches up vs the GR III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II & Ricoh GR III. The full galleries are available at Canon G5 X MII Gallery & Ricoh GR III Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G5 X MII has outer dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Ricoh GR III has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G5 X MII and the GR III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 X MII and GR III is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 X MII and GR III.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G5 X MII having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh GR III will show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent G5 X MII provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.