Ricoh GR II vs Sony HX20V

Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GR II versus Sony HX20V, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively similar but the GR II (APS-C) and HX20V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The GR II was unveiled 2 years later than the HX20V and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the GR II scores versus the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR II provides 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) and the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR II versus Sony HX20V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR II and the HX20V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and HX20V is 89 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR II and HX20V.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR II with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX20V will offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer GR II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.