Ricoh GR II vs Sony NEX-6

Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh GR II vs Sony NEX-6, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GR II was launched 2 years after the NEX-6 which is quite a large gap as far as tech 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-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the GR II matches up versus the NEX-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II comes with outer dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GR II vs Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the GR II vs the NEX-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and NEX-6 is 89 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and NEX-6.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger GR II provides a benefit in sensor technology.