Leica D-Lux 7 vs Ricoh GR II

Let's look more closely at the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively well matched but the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and GR II (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 7 was brought out 3 years later than the GR II and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D-Lux 7 scores vs the GR II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 7 and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 7 features external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst 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).

Examine the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux 7 vs the GR II.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 7 and GR II is 81 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 7 and GR II.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 7 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Leica D-Lux 7 will give you greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern D-Lux 7 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.