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Ricoh GR II was announced in 2015 and is an APS-C (23.7 x 15.7 mm) Advanced Compact camera with 16.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 25,600. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 1,230k dot resolution.
Ricoh GR II can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.
In this section we present pros and cons of Ricoh GR II.
And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:
Here we are comparing Ricoh GR II to its predecessor GR and displaying the major changes.
| UPGRADES | Ricoh GR II | vs | Ricoh GR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Sensor Resolution | 16.2 Megapixel | vs | 16 Megapixel |
| Center Autofocus | vs | ||
| Tracking Autofocus | vs | ||
| Face Detection | vs | ||
| Higher DxO Low Light ISO | 1078 | vs | 972 |
| Higher DxO Dynamic Range | 13.7 | vs | 13.5 |
| Higher DxO Overall Score | 80 | vs | 78 |
| Higher USB Speed | USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) | vs | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Built-In Wi-Fi | vs | Eye-Fi Connection possible | |
| Longer Battery Life | 320 shots | vs | 290 shots |
| DOWNGRADES | Ricoh GR II | vs | Ricoh GR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timelapse Recording | vs | ||
| Maximum Aperture at Tele End | f/16.0 | vs | f/2.8 |
| Built-in Microphone | vs | Stereo | |
| Heavier | 251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz) | vs | 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz) |
For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Ricoh GR II vs GR.
In 2018 Ricoh GR II was replaced by Ricoh GR III. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Ricoh GR II and its successor.
| UPGRADES | Ricoh GR III | vs | Ricoh GR II |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Sensor Resolution | 24.24 Megapixel | vs | 16.2 Megapixel |
| Higher Native ISO | 102,400 | vs | 25,600 |
| Max Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 | vs | 4928 x 3264 |
| Touch-to-Focus | vs | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus | vs | ||
| Maximum Aperture at Tele End | f/2.8 | vs | f/16.0 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 10 cm | vs | 30 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 6 cm | vs | 10 cm |
| Image Stabilization | vs | ||
| Touch Screen | vs | ||
| Average Metering | vs | ||
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | vs | |
| Internal Storage | 2 GB | vs | 54 MB |
| DOWNGRADES | Ricoh GR III | vs | Ricoh GR II |
|---|---|---|---|
| More Expensive | $899/£799 | vs | $799/£599 |
| Lower Resolution Screen | 1,037k dot | vs | 1,230k dot |
| Higher Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | vs | 300 sec |
| Built-in Flash | vs | ||
| Lower USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | vs | USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | vs | ||
| Heavier | 257 g (0.57 lb / 9.07 oz) | vs | 251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz) |
For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Ricoh GR II vs GR III.
Ricoh GR II has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 1,230k dot resolution.
Camera does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional optical viewfinder can be attached.
Ricoh GR II features a 16.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 372.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600.
Camera is equipped with GR Engine V processor and can take pictures up to 4928 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 3:2 (3936 x 2608, 2912 x 1936, 1280 x 864), 4:3 (4352 x 3264, 3488 x 2068, 2592 x 1936x 1152 x 864), 1:1 (3264 x 3264, 1936 x 1936, 864 x 864) with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.
The camera does not have an image stabilization.
Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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Ricoh GR II has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.
Ricoh GR II has a USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) input for data transfer. There is an HDMI connector for video signal output.
Ricoh GR II comes with DB-65 battery pack with battery life of 320 shots.
The camera has 54 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.
Ricoh GR II's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 4.0 fps.
Camera's exposure metering ranges from +1.8 to +17.8 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±2 range. You can also do exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment.
Ricoh GR II has a built-in flash with maximum range of 3.00 m at Auto ISO and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount.
Ricoh GR II has dimensions of 111.7 x 61 x 34.7 mm (4.4 x 2.4 x 1.37"). It weighs 251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.
111.7 mm (4.4")
61 mm (2.4")
61 mm (2.4")
34.7 mm (1.37")
Ricoh GR II dimensions
We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Ricoh GR II is suitable for six different types of photography.
Ricoh GR II gets a score of 72 and is GOOD choice for Landscape photography.
Ricoh GR II gets a score of 70 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.
Ricoh GR II gets a score of 63 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.
Ricoh GR II gets a score of 82 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.
Ricoh GR II gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.
Ricoh GR II gets a score of 84 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.
We evaluate Ricoh GR II and give score of 63 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.
We give Ricoh GR II a score of 74 for Sensor parameters.
We give Ricoh GR II a score of 62 for Photo parameters.
We give Ricoh GR II a score of 14 for Video parameters.
We give Ricoh GR II a score of 73 for Focusing parameters.
We give Ricoh GR II a score of 61 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.
We give Ricoh GR II a score of 77 for Connectivity parameters.
We give Ricoh GR II a score of 43 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.
For a full specification list please go to the specifications page:
