Ricoh GR II vs Sony WX80

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Ricoh GR II versus Sony WX80, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively close but the GR II (APS-C) and WX80 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The GR II was revealed 2 years later than the WX80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GR II grades vs the WX80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GR II offers exterior dimensions 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 WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR II versus Sony WX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the GR II compared to the WX80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and WX80 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR II and WX80.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GR II provides the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent GR II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.