Ricoh GR II vs Sony ZV-1 II

Following is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh GR II and Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is relatively close but the GR II (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GR II was announced 9 years earlier than the ZV-1 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the GR II matches up versus the ZV-1 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR II enjoys outer dimensions 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 ZV-1 II has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") having a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR II and Sony ZV-1 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the GR II and the ZV-1 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and ZV-1 II is 89 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and ZV-1 II.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GR II with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony ZV-1 II will provide you with more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged GR II will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.