Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II
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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F1.7-32.0) lens
- 486g - 133 x 73 x 78mm
- Announced September 2014
- Also Known as Typ 113
(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
- Superseded the Ricoh GR

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The X (Typ 113) was released 8 months prior to the GR II and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the X (Typ 113) matches up versus the GR II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X & Ricoh GR II. The complete galleries are available at Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X (Typ 113) over the Ricoh GR II
X (Typ 113) | GR II |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Leica X (Typ 113)
GR II | X (Typ 113) | |||
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Revealed | June 2015 | ![]() | September 2014 | Fresher by 8 months |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+310k dot) |
Common features in the Leica X (Typ 113) and Ricoh GR II
X (Typ 113) | GR II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica X (Typ 113) enjoys physical dimensions of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the X (Typ 113) and the GR II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X (Typ 113) and GR II is 71 and 89 respectively.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X (Typ 113) and GR II.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images though you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older X (Typ 113) is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Ricoh GR II Specifications
Leica X | Ricoh GR II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Ricoh |
Model type | Leica X | Ricoh GR II |
Also Known as | Typ 113 | - |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-09-23 | 2015-06-17 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | GR Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/1.7-32.0 | f/2.8-16.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 20cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 300 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 486 gr (1.07 lb) | 251 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 73 x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1078 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 320 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC8 | DB-65 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,502 | $599 |