Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II
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Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 340g - 113 x 64 x 44mm
- Announced January 2016
(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
- Revealed June 2015
- Old Model is Ricoh GR

Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X70 versus Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X70 was released 8 months after the GR II so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X70 matches up against the GR II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X70 & Ricoh GR II. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X70 Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X70 over the Ricoh GR II
Fujifilm X70 | GR II | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | June 2015 | More modern by 8 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Fujifilm X70
GR II | Fujifilm X70 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X70 and Ricoh GR II
Fujifilm X70 | GR II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X70 offers outer dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 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).
Compare the Fujifilm X70 versus Ricoh GR II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X70 vs the GR II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X70 and GR II is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X70 and GR II.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files though you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm X70 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X70 vs Ricoh GR II Specifications
Fujifilm X70 | Ricoh GR II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm X70 | Ricoh GR II |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2016-01-15 | 2015-06-17 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | GR Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | f/2.8-16.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 300 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600 (5.5m at ISO 100)) | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro , Suppressed Flash, Commander | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340 gr (0.75 lb) | 251 gr (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1078 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 320 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $700 | $599 |