Ricoh GR II vs Sony NEX-3

Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh GR II vs Sony NEX-3, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GR II was unveiled 5 years later than the NEX-3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GR II matches up vs the NEX-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR II & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II features external dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has measurements of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the GR II vs the NEX-3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and NEX-3 is 89 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR II and NEX-3.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh GR II to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent GR II provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.