Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh GR III

Below is a complete comparison of the Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the G9 X II (20MP) and the GR III (24MP) is fairly comparable but the G9 X II (1") and GR III (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The G9 X II was unveiled 20 months earlier than the GR III making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the G9 X II matches up against the GR III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Ricoh GR III. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X II has outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh GR III has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

Check out the Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh GR III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X II versus the GR III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and GR III is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 X II and GR III.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Ricoh GR III will show more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older G9 X II will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.