Panasonic LX10 vs Ricoh GR II

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic LX10 vs Ricoh GR II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and GR II (16MP) and the LX10 (1") and GR II (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The LX10 was brought out 16 months after the GR II making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the LX10 scores vs the GR II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX10 enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Ricoh GR II has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX10 vs Ricoh GR II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the LX10 vs the GR II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX10 and GR II is 88 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LX10 and GR II.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX10 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will provide greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer LX10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.