Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II
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Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16) lens
- 257g - 109 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced September 2018
- Previous Model is Ricoh GR III
- Replacement is Ricoh GR III
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Launched October 2019
- Previous Model is Sony A9
Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh GR III versus Sony A9 II, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is very close but the GR III (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GR III was launched 12 months before the A9 II so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the GR III scores versus the A9 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR III and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR III Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR III over the Sony A9 II
GR III | A9 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Ricoh GR III
A9 II | GR III | |||
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Launched | October 2019 | September 2018 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 1037k | Crisper display (+403k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh GR III and Sony A9 II
GR III | A9 II | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Ricoh GR III offers outside measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh GR III versus Sony A9 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR III against the A9 II.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR III and A9 II is 90 and 62 respectively.
Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GR III and A9 II.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The GR III features the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF trickier. The more aged GR III will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh GR III vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Ricoh GR III | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GR III | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-09-25 | 2019-10-03 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-16 | - |
Macro focus range | 6cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,686k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 257 grams (0.57 lbs) | 678 grams (1.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 690 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | One | Two |
Launch pricing | $900 | $4,498 |