Ricoh GR II vs Sony H90

Lets look more in depth at the Ricoh GR II versus Sony H90, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the GR II (APS-C) and H90 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The GR II was launched 3 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GR II grades against the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR II enjoys exterior dimensions 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 H90 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh GR II versus Sony H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GR II vs the H90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and H90 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GR II and H90.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The GR II has the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more recent GR II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.