Ricoh GR II vs Sony A6000

On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GR II and Sony A6000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the GR II (16MP) and A6000 (24MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The GR II was manufactured 14 months later than the A6000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GR II grades versus the A6000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II and Sony Alpha a6000. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II features external measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A6000 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh GR II and Sony A6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GR II compared to the A6000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GR II and A6000 is 89 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR II and A6000.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony A6000 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern GR II will have an advantage in sensor tech.