Ricoh GR II vs Sony HX80

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Ricoh GR II vs Sony HX80, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively comparable but the GR II (APS-C) and HX80 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The GR II was revealed 8 months prior to the HX80 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GR II scores versus the HX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR II has outer measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the GR II vs the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and HX80 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR II and HX80.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR II having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX80 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GR II will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.