Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II
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Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
- Revealed June 2015
- Earlier Model is Ricoh GR
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Previous Model is Sony RX100
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 III
Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is very comparable but the GR II (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") provide different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe GR II was brought out 24 months after the RX100 II making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the GR II scores vs the RX100 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Sony RX100 II
GR II | RX100 II | |||
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Revealed | June 2015 | June 2013 | Newer by 24 months | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 1229k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Ricoh GR II
RX100 II | GR II | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Ricoh GR II and Sony RX100 II
GR II | RX100 II | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II features physical dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the GR II vs the RX100 II.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and RX100 II is 89 and 89 respectively.
Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and RX100 II.
All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GR II due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX100 II will show more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent GR II provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh GR II vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Ricoh GR II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh GR II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-06-17 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | GR Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 300 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251 grams (0.55 pounds) | 281 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.7 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 1078 | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 pictures | 350 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-65 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $599 | $598 |