Nikon Z7 II vs Ricoh GR II

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon Z7 II versus Ricoh GR II, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and GR II (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and GR II (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 II was unveiled 5 years later than the GR II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Z7 II grades against the GR II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Ricoh GR II. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II comes with outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR II has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z7 II versus the GR II.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and GR II is 61 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and GR II.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will produce more detail having an extra 30MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.