Ricoh GR II vs Sony W320

Below is a extended overview of the Ricoh GR II vs Sony W320, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the W320 (14MP) is very similar but the GR II (APS-C) and W320 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The GR II was introduced 5 years later than the W320 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GR II matches up against the W320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II enjoys outer 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 W320 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR II vs Sony W320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GR II and the W320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and W320 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR II and W320.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GR II having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Ricoh GR II will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger GR II will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.