Ricoh GR II vs Sony TX10

Below, we will be reviewing the Ricoh GR II and Sony TX10, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is pretty close but the GR II (APS-C) and TX10 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The GR II was unveiled 3 years after the TX10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the GR II grades versus the TX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR II comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony TX10 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR II and Sony TX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the GR II and the TX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and TX10 is 89 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR II and TX10.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The GR II includes the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The more modern GR II should have a benefit in sensor tech.