Panasonic FH20 vs Ricoh GR II

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH20 versus Ricoh GR II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the GR II (16MP) is pretty similar but the FH20 (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The FH20 was manufactured 6 years before the GR II which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH20 matches up versus the GR II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 has got exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH20 versus Ricoh GR II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH20 compared to the GR II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and GR II is 93 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and GR II.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH20 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Ricoh GR II will offer you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.