Canon G5 X vs Ricoh GR II

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon G5 X and Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and GR II (16MP) and the G5 X (1") and GR II (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G5 X was introduced 3 months later than the GR II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G5 X grades versus the GR II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G5 X Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X comes with outer dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Ricoh GR II has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G5 X and Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G5 X and the GR II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X and GR II is 85 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 X and GR II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G5 X using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon G5 X will provide more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively.