Leica X2 vs Ricoh GR II

Here is a thorough assessment of the Leica X2 versus Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the GR II (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The X2 was announced 4 years prior to the GR II and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the X2 grades versus the GR II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X2 & Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are provided at Leica X2 Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica X2 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the X2 against the GR II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X2 and GR II is 83 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the X2 and GR II.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older X2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.