Ricoh GR II vs Sony HX50V

Here is a thorough comparison of the Ricoh GR II versus Sony HX50V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly comparable but the GR II (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The GR II was released 2 years later than the HX50V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the GR II matches up vs the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GR II versus the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and HX50V is 89 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and HX50V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR II due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony HX50V will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern GR II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.