Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2013
(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
- Launched June 2015
- Previous Model is Ricoh GR
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively similar but the S800c (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S800c was manufactured 3 years prior to the GR II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S800c being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S800c matches up vs the GR II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Ricoh GR II
S800c | GR II | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Nikon S800c
GR II | S800c | |||
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Launched | June 2015 | February 2013 | Newer by 28 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1230k | 819k | Sharper screen (+411k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Ricoh GR II
S800c | GR II | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c has external dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) while 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 Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S800c vs the GR II.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and GR II is 93 and 89 respectively.
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S800c and GR II.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S800c has the tinier sensor which will make getting bokeh tougher. The more aged S800c is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S800c vs Ricoh GR II Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Ricoh GR II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Ricoh GR II |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-02-04 | 2015-06-17 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | GR Engine V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-16.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 819k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 300 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184g (0.41 lbs) | 251g (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | 140 shots | 320 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $290 | $599 |