Pentax K-5 II vs Ricoh GR II

Let's look more in depth at the Pentax K-5 II vs Ricoh GR II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the GR II (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-5 II was manufactured 24 months earlier than the GR II which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the K-5 II matches up versus the GR II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 II and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 II comes with exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) and the Ricoh GR II has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-5 II vs Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the K-5 II against the GR II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-5 II and GR II is 60 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 II and GR II.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older K-5 II will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.