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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II

Portability
85
Imaging
34
Features
44
Overall
38
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
 
Sony Alpha A7S II front
Portability
68
Imaging
61
Features
76
Overall
67

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II Key Specs

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
  • 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
  • Introduced March 2010
Sony A7S II
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
  • Launched October 2015
  • Replaced the Sony A7S
  • Replacement is Sony A7S III
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II Overview

Following is a thorough review of the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony A7S II, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is pretty well matched but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and A7S II (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was brought out 6 years earlier than the A7S II which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores versus the A7S II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Sony A7S II

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC A7S II 

Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 A7S II GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
LaunchedOctober 2015March 2010More modern by 67 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1229k920kCrisper screen (+309k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony A7S II

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC A7S II 
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC features physical measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony A7S II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and the A7S II.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and A7S II is 85 and 68 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and A7S II.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A7S II will give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A7S II as a Portrait photography camera
36
focusing manually
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
low resolution (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
68
you can focus manually
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detection focusing
supports RAW files
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC as a Street photography camera
Sony A7S II as a Street photography camera
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (355g)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
78
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
weather sealing
good high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sports photography advice
Sony A7S II Sports photography advice
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
does not have liveview
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
low resolution (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
58
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather sealing
max frames per second very slow (5.0 fps)
low MP (12MP)
terrible battery pack (370 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Travel photography details
Sony A7S II Travel photography details
60
lighter than competition in class (355g)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
low resolution (10MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
49
weather sealing
terrible battery pack (370 per charge)
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7S II as a Landscape photography camera
47
focusing manually
relatively wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
does not have liveview
low resolution (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
71
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
good high ISO (102,400)
supports RAW files
weather sealing
low MP (12MP)
terrible battery pack (370 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Vlogging highlights
Sony A7S II Vlogging highlights
28
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (355 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone port
35
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes external mic jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A7S II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony A7S II
 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VCSony Alpha A7S II
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Sony
Model Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sony Alpha A7S II
Category Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2010-03-18 2015-10-12
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV Bionz X
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/1.7" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 41.5mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 4240 x 2832
Highest native ISO 3200 102400
Highest enhanced ISO - 409600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Lowest enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 169
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 24-72mm (3.0x) -
Largest aperture f/2.5-4.4 -
Macro focus range 1cm -
Amount of lenses - 121
Crop factor 4.8 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 920k dot 1,229k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Min shutter speed 180s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.50 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps])
Highest video resolution 640x480 3840x2160
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 355 gr (0.78 lbs) 627 gr (1.38 lbs)
Physical dimensions 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 85
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.3
DXO Low light score not tested 2993
Other
Battery life 410 pictures 370 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $349 $2,767