Ricoh GR II vs Sony A33

Lets look much closer at the Ricoh GR II versus Sony A33, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The GR II was revealed 4 years later than the A33 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the GR II scores vs the A33 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II and Sony SLT-A33. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR II features physical measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GR II versus Sony A33 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GR II versus the A33.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and A33 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GR II and A33.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh GR II to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher GR II is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.