Ricoh GR II vs Sony TX200V

Here, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GR II vs Sony TX200V, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is relatively similar but the GR II (APS-C) and TX200V (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The GR II was unveiled 3 years after the TX200V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GR II grades versus the TX200V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh GR II offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR II vs Sony TX200V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the GR II compared to the TX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and TX200V is 89 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GR II and TX200V.

All in all, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR II having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX200V will offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger GR II should have an advantage in sensor tech.