Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II
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Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Yes Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 640g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
- Revealed June 2015
- Other Name is Typ 116
- Renewed by Leica Q2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
- Introduced June 2015
- Older Model is Ricoh GR

Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Q (24MP) and GR II (16MP) and the Q (Full frame) and GR II (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

The Q was unveiled around the same time to the GR II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Q scores against the GR II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q and Ricoh GR II. The full galleries are provided at Leica Q Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q over the Ricoh GR II
Q | GR II | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Leica Q
GR II | Q | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Leica Q and Ricoh GR II
Q | GR II | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | ![]() | June 2015 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica Q provides external measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Ricoh GR II has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Q vs the GR II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Q and GR II is 63 and 89 respectively.

Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and GR II.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Q having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica Q will produce extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.

Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Leica Q vs Ricoh GR II Specifications
Leica Q | Ricoh GR II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Ricoh |
Model | Leica Q | Ricoh GR II |
Otherwise known as | Typ 116 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-06-10 | 2015-06-17 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Maestro II | GR Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8-16.0 |
Macro focus range | 17cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 300 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 640g (1.41 lb) | 251g (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 85 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.3 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | 2221 | 1078 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC12 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $4,300 | $599 |