Casio EX-Z550 vs Ricoh GR II

Below is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-Z550 and Ricoh GR II, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Ricoh. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z550 was launched 6 years earlier than the GR II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z550 grades vs the GR II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Ricoh GR II. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR II has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z550 and Ricoh GR II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the GR II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and GR II is 95 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and GR II.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z550 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh GR II will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.