Panasonic LX100 II vs Ricoh GR

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic LX100 II vs Ricoh GR, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the GR (16MP) is fairly comparable but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and GR (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The LX100 II was unveiled 5 years after the GR which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the LX100 II scores vs the GR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Ricoh GR. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX100 II has got outer dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Ricoh GR has sizing of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX100 II vs Ricoh GR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the LX100 II versus the GR.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and GR is 81 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and GR.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 II using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic LX100 II will produce greater detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher LX100 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.