Panasonic G9 vs Ricoh GR II

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic G9 vs Ricoh GR II, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and GR II (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and GR II (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The G9 was brought out 2 years later than the GR II and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G9 scores versus the GR II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 has exterior measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Panasonic G9 vs Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 against the GR II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and GR II is 62 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and GR II.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G9 will give more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent G9 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.