Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh GR II

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh GR II, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the GR II (16MP) is relatively close but the 6020 (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The 6020 was brought out 6 years earlier than the GR II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 6020 scores vs the GR II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 & Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh GR II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 6020 versus the GR II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and GR II is 95 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6020 and GR II.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 6020 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh GR II will provide you with greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged 6020 will be behind in sensor innovation.