Fujifilm X10 vs Ricoh GR II

Following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X10 versus Ricoh GR II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and GR II (16MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and GR II (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X10 was introduced 3 years prior to the GR II which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X10 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up versus the GR II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 & Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X10 offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 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).

Examine the Fujifilm X10 versus Ricoh GR II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 compared to the GR II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and GR II is 83 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and GR II.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X10 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Ricoh GR II will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.