Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR II

Let's take a closer look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Ricoh GR II, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and GR II (16MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and GR II (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The G700SE was brought out 5 years prior to the GR II and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G700SE scores versus the GR II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh GR II. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Ricoh GR II Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE features exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh G700SE versus Ricoh GR II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G700SE versus the GR II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and GR II is 88 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and GR II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G700SE because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Ricoh GR II will resolve more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older G700SE is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.