Ricoh GR II vs Sony WX9

Lets take a deeper look at the Ricoh GR II and Sony WX9, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the GR II (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The GR II was announced 4 years later than the WX9 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GR II grades versus the WX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II offers external measurements 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 WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR II and Sony WX9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the GR II vs the WX9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR II and WX9 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GR II and WX9.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The GR II has the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more modern GR II provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.