Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II
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![Canon PowerShot G7 X front Canon PowerShot G7 X front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X/Canon-G7-X-front.jpg)
![Ricoh GR II front Ricoh GR II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-GR-II/Ricoh-GR-II-front.jpg)
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59 Features
55 Overall
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Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Refreshed by Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
- Announced June 2015
- Succeeded the Ricoh GR
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Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and GR II (16MP) and the G7 X (1") and GR II (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.
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The G7 X was introduced 9 months earlier than the GR II which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G7 X matches up versus the GR II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Ricoh GR II
G7 X | GR II | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Canon G7 X
GR II | G7 X | |||
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Announced | June 2015 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 9 months |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G7 X and Ricoh GR II
G7 X | GR II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR II has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the G7 X against the GR II.
![Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II size comparison Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-vs-Ricoh-GR-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X and GR II is 88 and 89 respectively.
![Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II top view buttons comparison Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-vs-Ricoh-GR-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X and GR II.
As you can tell, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon G7 X will provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged G7 X will be behind in sensor technology.
![Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II sensor size comparison Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-vs-Ricoh-GR-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-vs-Ricoh-GR-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G7 X vs Ricoh GR II Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X | Ricoh GR II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X | Ricoh GR II |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-09-15 | 2015-06-17 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | GR Engine V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8-16.0 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 40s | 300s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 304 grams (0.67 lbs) | 251 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | 556 | 1078 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 320 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-13L | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $490 | $599 |