Ricoh GR II vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a detailed review of the Ricoh GR II and Sony NEX-C3, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The GR II was announced 3 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GR II matches up versus the NEX-C3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR II & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor in 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") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GR II and Sony NEX-C3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GR II against the NEX-C3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GR II and NEX-C3 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and NEX-C3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern GR II provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.