Panasonic FH8 vs Ricoh GR II

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH8 and Ricoh GR II, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the GR II (16MP) is pretty close but the FH8 (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The FH8 was introduced 4 years earlier than the GR II and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH8 scores against the GR II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Ricoh GR II. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Ricoh GR II Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH8 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR II has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH8 against the GR II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and GR II is 96 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and GR II.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The FH8 includes the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF trickier. The older FH8 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.