Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh GR II

Here is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-H20G vs Ricoh GR II, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively similar but the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The EX-H20G was launched 5 years before the GR II and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-H20G grades vs the GR II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Ricoh GR II. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H20G versus the GR II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and GR II is 91 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and GR II.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-H20G due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Ricoh GR II will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.