Canon G5 X Mark II vs Ricoh GR
The Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and the Ricoh GR are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in July 2019 and April 2013. Both the G5X Mark II and the GR are fixed lens compact cameras that are based on an one-inch (G5X Mark II) and an APS-C (GR) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 20 megapixels, whereas the Ricoh provides 16.1 MP.
Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.
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Canon G5 X Mark II | Ricoh GR | |
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Fixed lens compact camera | Fixed lens compact camera | |
24-120mm f/1.8-2.8 | 28mm f/2.8 | |
20 MP, 1" Sensor | 16.1 MP, APS-C Sensor | |
4K/30p Video | 1080/30p Video | |
ISO 125-12800 (125-25600) | ISO 100-25600 | |
Electronic viewfinder (2360k dots) | Viewfinder optional | |
3.0" LCD, 1040k dots | 3.0" LCD, 1230k dots | |
Tilting touchscreen | Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) | |
30 shutter flaps per second | 4 shutter flaps per second | |
230 shots per battery charge | 290 shots per battery charge | |
111 x 61 x 46 mm, 340 g | 117 x 61 x 35 mm, 245 g |
Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and the Ricoh GR? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
Body comparison
The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Canon G5 X Mark II and the Ricoh GR. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.



If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Ricoh GR is notably larger (5 percent) than the Canon G5 X Mark II. However, the GR is markedly lighter (28 percent) than the G5X Mark II. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the G5X Mark II nor the GR are weather-sealed.
Concerning battery life, the G5X Mark II gets 230 shots out of its NB-13L battery, while the GR can take 290 images on a single charge of its DB65 power pack. The battery packs of both cameras can be charged via USB, which can be very convenient when travelling.
The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, just select a new right or left comparator from among the camera models in the table. Alternatively, you can also move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life (CIPA) |
Weather Sealing (yes/no) |
Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon G5 X Mark II» | 4.4 in | 2.4 in | 1.8 in | 12.0 oz | 230 | n | Jul 2019 | 899 | Canon G5 X Mark II | |||
Ricoh GR« | 4.6 in | 2.4 in | 1.4 in | 8.6 oz | 290 | n | Apr 2013 | 799 | - | Ricoh GR | ||
Canon G7 X Mark III« » | 4.1 in | 2.4 in | 1.6 in | 10.7 oz | 235 | n | Jul 2019 | 749 | Canon G7 X Mark III | |||
Canon M50« » | 4.6 in | 3.5 in | 2.3 in | 13.8 oz | 235 | n | Feb 2018 | 779 | Canon M50 | |||
Canon SX740« » | 4.3 in | 2.5 in | 1.6 in | 10.5 oz | 265 | n | Jul 2018 | 399 | Canon SX740 | |||
Canon G7 X Mark II« » | 4.2 in | 2.4 in | 1.7 in | 11.3 oz | 265 | n | Feb 2016 | 699 | - | Canon G7 X Mark II | ||
Canon G5 X« » | 4.4 in | 3.0 in | 1.7 in | 12.5 oz | 210 | n | Oct 2015 | 799 | - | Canon G5 X | ||
Leica C-LUX« » | 4.4 in | 2.6 in | 1.8 in | 12.0 oz | 370 | n | Jun 2018 | 1,049 | Leica C-LUX | |||
Nikon Coolpix A« » | 4.4 in | 2.5 in | 1.6 in | 10.5 oz | 230 | n | Mar 2013 | 1,099 | - | Nikon Coolpix A | ||
Panasonic FZ1000 II« » | 5.4 in | 3.8 in | 5.2 in | 28.6 oz | 350 | n | Feb 2019 | 899 | Panasonic FZ1000 II | |||
Panasonic LX100 II« » | 4.5 in | 2.6 in | 2.6 in | 13.8 oz | 300 | n | Aug 2018 | 999 | Panasonic LX100 II | |||
Panasonic ZS200« » | 4.4 in | 2.6 in | 1.8 in | 12.0 oz | 370 | n | Feb 2018 | 799 | Panasonic ZS200 | |||
Panasonic GM5« » | 3.9 in | 2.4 in | 1.4 in | 7.4 oz | 220 | n | Sep 2014 | 749 | - | Panasonic GM5 | ||
Panasonic GM1« » | 3.9 in | 2.2 in | 1.2 in | 7.2 oz | 230 | n | Oct 2013 | 749 | - | Panasonic GM1 | ||
Ricoh GR II« » | 4.6 in | 2.5 in | 1.4 in | 8.9 oz | 320 | n | Jun 2015 | 699 | Ricoh GR II | |||
Sony RX100 VI« » | 4.0 in | 2.3 in | 1.7 in | 10.6 oz | 240 | n | Jun 2018 | 1,199 | - | Sony RX100 VI | ||
Sony RX100 II« » | 4.0 in | 2.3 in | 1.5 in | 9.9 oz | 350 | n | Jun 2013 | 749 | - | Sony RX100 II | ||
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders. |
Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The GR was launched at a somewhat lower price (by 11 percent) than the G5X Mark II, which makes it more attractive for photographers on a tight budget. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.
Sensor comparison
The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Furthermore, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more possibilities to use shallow depth-of-field in order to isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.
Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon G5 X Mark II features an one-inch sensor and the Ricoh GR an APS-C sensor. The sensor area in the GR is 219 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.7 and 1.5. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Despite having a smaller sensor, the Canon G5 X Mark II offers a higher resolution of 20 megapixels, compared with 16.1 MP of the Ricoh GR. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 2.41μm versus 4.79μm for the GR). However, it should be noted that the G5X Mark II is much more recent (by 6 years and 2 months) than the GR, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the GR has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.
The resolution advantage of the Canon G5 X Mark II implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the G5X Mark II for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 27.4 x 18.2 inch or 69.5 x 46.3 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 21.9 x 14.6 inch or 55.6 x 37.1 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 18.2 x 12.2 inch or 46.3 x 30.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Ricoh GR are 24.6 x 16.3 inch or 62.6 x 41.5 cm for good quality, 19.7 x 13.1 inch or 50.1 x 33.2 cm for very good quality, and 16.4 x 10.9 inch or 41.7 x 27.6 cm for excellent quality prints.
The Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II has a native sensitivity range from ISO 125 to ISO 12800, which can be extended to ISO 125-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Ricoh GR are ISO 100 to ISO 25600 (no boost).

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). The adjacent table reports on the physical sensor characteristics and the outcomes of the DXO sensor quality tests for a sample of comparator-cameras.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports |
DXO Overall |
Camera Model |
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Canon G5 X Mark II» | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Canon G5 X Mark II | |
Ricoh GR« | APS-C | 16.1 | 4928 | 3264 | 1080/30p | 23.6 | 13.5 | 972 | 78 | Ricoh GR | |
Canon G7 X Mark III« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Canon G7 X Mark III | |
Canon M50« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 4K/24p | - | - | - | - | Canon M50 | |
Canon SX740« » | 1/2.3 | 20.2 | 5184 | 3888 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Canon SX740 | |
Canon G7 X Mark II« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 1080/60p | - | - | - | - | Canon G7 X Mark II | |
Canon G5 X« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 1080/60p | - | - | - | - | Canon G5 X | |
Leica C-LUX« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Leica C-LUX | |
Nikon Coolpix A« » | APS-C | 16.1 | 4928 | 3264 | 1080/30p | 23.4 | 13.8 | 1164 | 80 | Nikon Coolpix A | |
Panasonic FZ1000 II« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Panasonic FZ1000 II | |
Panasonic LX100 II« » | Four Thirds | 16.8 | 4736 | 3552 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Panasonic LX100 II | |
Panasonic ZS200« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Panasonic ZS200 | |
Panasonic GM5« » | Four Thirds | 15.8 | 4592 | 3448 | 1080/60p | 22.1 | 11.7 | 721 | 66 | Panasonic GM5 | |
Panasonic GM1« » | Four Thirds | 15.8 | 4592 | 3448 | 1080/60i | 22.3 | 11.7 | 660 | 66 | Panasonic GM1 | |
Ricoh GR II« » | APS-C | 16.1 | 4928 | 3264 | 1080/30p | 23.6 | 13.7 | 1078 | 80 | Ricoh GR II | |
Sony RX100 VI« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Sony RX100 VI | |
Sony RX100 II« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 1080/60p | 22.5 | 12.4 | 483 | 67 | Sony RX100 II |
Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. The two cameras under consideration both have sensors whose read-out speed is fast enough to capture moving pictures, but the G5X Mark II provides a higher video resolution than the GR. It can shoot video footage at 4K/30p, while the Ricoh is limited to 1080/30p.
Feature comparison
Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the G5X Mark II has an electronic viewfinder (2360k dots), which can be very helpful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the GR relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. That said, the GR can be equipped with an optional viewfinder – the GV-1. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Canon G5 X Mark II, the Ricoh GR, and comparable cameras.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or '000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Size (inch) |
LCD Resolution ('000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Mech Shutter Speed |
Shutter Flaps (1/sec) |
Built-in Flash (yes/no) |
Built-in Image Stab |
Camera Model |
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Canon G5 X Mark II» | 2360 | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 1/2000s | 30 | Y | Y | Canon G5 X Mark II | |
Ricoh GR« | - | n | 3.0 | 1230 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 4.0 | Y | n | Ricoh GR | |
Canon G7 X Mark III« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 1/2000s | 30 | Y | Y | Canon G7 X Mark III | |
Canon M50« » | 2360 | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 1/4000s | 10.0 | Y | n | Canon M50 | |
Canon SX740« » | - | n | 3.0 | 922 | tilting | n | 1/3200s | 10.0 | Y | Y | Canon SX740 | |
Canon G7 X Mark II« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 1/2000s | 8.0 | Y | Y | Canon G7 X Mark II | |
Canon G5 X« » | 2360 | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 1/2000s | 5.9 | Y | Y | Canon G5 X | |
Leica C-LUX« » | 2330 | n | 3.0 | 1240 | fixed | Y | 1/2000s | 10.0 | Y | Y | Leica C-LUX | |
Nikon Coolpix A« » | - | n | 3.0 | 921 | fixed | n | 1/2000s | 4.0 | Y | n | Nikon Coolpix A | |
Panasonic FZ1000 II« » | 2360 | n | 3.0 | 1240 | swivel | Y | 1/4000s | 12.0 | Y | Y | Panasonic FZ1000 II | |
Panasonic LX100 II« » | 2764 | n | 3.0 | 1240 | fixed | Y | 1/4000s | 11.0 | n | Y | Panasonic LX100 II | |
Panasonic ZS200« » | 2330 | n | 3.0 | 1240 | fixed | Y | 1/2000s | 10.0 | Y | Y | Panasonic ZS200 | |
Panasonic GM5« » | 1166 | n | 3.0 | 921 | fixed | Y | 1/500s | 5.8 | n | n | Panasonic GM5 | |
Panasonic GM1« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1036 | fixed | Y | 1/500s | 5.0 | Y | n | Panasonic GM1 | |
Ricoh GR II« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1230 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 4.0 | Y | n | Ricoh GR II | |
Sony RX100 VI« » | 2359 | n | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | Y | 1/2000s | 24.0 | Y | Y | Sony RX100 VI | |
Sony RX100 II« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1229 | tilting | n | 1/2000s | 10.0 | Y | Y | Sony RX100 II |
One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The G5X Mark II has a touchscreen, while the GR has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.
The G5X Mark II has an articulated LCD that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in snapping selfies. In contrast, the GR does not have a selfie-screen.The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the G5X Mark II is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).
The Canon G5 X Mark II and the Ricoh GR both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.
The G5X Mark II is equipped with a zoom lens, while the GR comes with a built-in prime. The G5X Mark II has a 24-120mm f/1.8-2.8 optic and the GR offers a 28mm f/2.8 (focal lengths in full frame equivalent terms). Hence, the Canon provides a wider angle of view at the short end, as well as more tele-photo reach at the long end than the Ricoh. The G5X Mark II offers the faster maximum aperture.
Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the G5X Mark II and the GR write their files to SDXC cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.
Connectivity comparison
For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II and Ricoh GR and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.
Camera Model |
Hotshoe Port |
Internal Microphone |
Internal Speaker |
Microphone Port |
Headphone Port |
HDMI Port |
USB Type |
WiFi Support |
NFC Support |
Bluetooth Support |
Camera Model |
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Canon G5 X Mark II» | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 3.1 | Y | - | Y | Canon G5 X Mark II | |
Ricoh GR« | Y | mono | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | - | - | - | Ricoh GR | |
Canon G7 X Mark III« » | - | stereo | mono | Y | - | micro | 3.1 | Y | - | Y | Canon G7 X Mark III | |
Canon M50« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Canon M50 | |
Canon SX740« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Canon SX740 | |
Canon G7 X Mark II« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon G7 X Mark II | |
Canon G5 X« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon G5 X | |
Leica C-LUX« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Leica C-LUX | |
Nikon Coolpix A« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Nikon Coolpix A | |
Panasonic FZ1000 II« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | Y | Panasonic FZ1000 II | |
Panasonic LX100 II« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | Y | Panasonic LX100 II | |
Panasonic ZS200« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | Y | Panasonic ZS200 | |
Panasonic GM5« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Panasonic GM5 | |
Panasonic GM1« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Panasonic GM1 | |
Ricoh GR II« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Ricoh GR II | |
Sony RX100 VI« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Sony RX100 VI | |
Sony RX100 II« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Sony RX100 II |
It is notable that the G5X Mark II offers wifi support, while the GR does not. Wifi can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location.
The G5X Mark II is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Canon. In contrast, the GR has been discontinued (but it can be found pre-owned on eBay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the GR was succeeded by the Ricoh GR II. Further information on the two cameras (e.g. user guides, manuals), as well as related accessories, can be found on the official Canon and Ricoh websites.
Review summary
So how do things add up? Is the Canon G5 X Mark II better than the Ricoh GR or vice versa? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models.

Arguments in favor of the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II:
- More detail: Offers more megapixels (20 vs 16.1MP) with a 11% higher linear resolution.
- Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
- Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 1080/30p).
- Easier framing: Has an electronic viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
- More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
- Fewer buttons to press: Is equipped with a touch-sensitive rear screen to facilitate handling.
- More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
- Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (30 vs 4 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
- Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
- Better light gathering: Has a lens with a wider maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/2.8).
- Wider view: Has a wider-angle lens that facilitates landscape or interior shots.
- Sharper images: Has hand-shake reducing image stabilization built-in.
- Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.1 vs 2.0).
- Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
- Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
- More modern: Reflects 6 years and 2 months of technical progress since the GR launch.

Reasons to prefer the Ricoh GR:
- Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
- More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1230k vs 1040k dots).
- Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/4000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
- Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 95g or 28 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
- Longer lasting: Gets more shots (290 versus 230) out of a single battery charge.
- Better lighting: Features a hotshoe and can thus hold and trigger an external flash gun.
- More affordable: Was released into a lower priced segment (11 percent cheaper at launch).
- More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in April 2013).
If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the G5X Mark II is the clear winner of the match-up (16 : 8 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.
How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon G5 X Mark II and the Ricoh GR place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Travel-Zoom Camera and Best Prime Lens Compact Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.
In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the G5X Mark II and the GR in practical situations. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.
Expert reviews
This is why expert reviews are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (cameralabs, dpreview, ephotozine, imaging-resource, and photographyblog). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.
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Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon G5 X Mark II» | + | 82/100 | - | - | 4/5 | Jul 2019 | 899 | Canon G5 X Mark II | |||
Ricoh GR« | - | 79/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Apr 2013 | 799 | - | Ricoh GR | ||
Canon G7 X Mark III« » | + + | - | 4/5 | - | - | Jul 2019 | 749 | Canon G7 X Mark III | |||
Canon M50« » | + | 79/100 | - | 4/5 | 3.5/5 | Feb 2018 | 779 | Canon M50 | |||
Canon SX740« » | + | - | 4/5 | - | 4/5 | Jul 2018 | 399 | Canon SX740 | |||
Canon G7 X Mark II« » | + + | 81/100 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2016 | 699 | - | Canon G7 X Mark II | ||
Canon G5 X« » | + + | 78/100 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Oct 2015 | 799 | - | Canon G5 X | ||
Leica C-LUX« » | - | - | 4.5/5 | - | 4/5 | Jun 2018 | 1,049 | Leica C-LUX | |||
Nikon Coolpix A« » | + | 75/100 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Mar 2013 | 1,099 | - | Nikon Coolpix A | ||
Panasonic FZ1000 II« » | - | - | 4.5/5 | - | 4.5/5 | Feb 2019 | 899 | Panasonic FZ1000 II | |||
Panasonic LX100 II« » | + | 82/100 | 4.5/5 | - | 4.5/5 | Aug 2018 | 999 | Panasonic LX100 II | |||
Panasonic ZS200« » | + + | 81/100 | 4.5/5 | - | 4.5/5 | Feb 2018 | 799 | Panasonic ZS200 | |||
Panasonic GM5« » | + | 77/100 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Sep 2014 | 749 | - | Panasonic GM5 | ||
Panasonic GM1« » | + | 78/100 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Oct 2013 | 749 | - | Panasonic GM1 | ||
Ricoh GR II« » | - | - | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Jun 2015 | 699 | Ricoh GR II | |||
Sony RX100 VI« » | + + | 83/100 | 4/5 | - | 4.5/5 | Jun 2018 | 1,199 | - | Sony RX100 VI | ||
Sony RX100 II« » | + + | 79/100 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Jun 2013 | 749 | - | Sony RX100 II | ||
Notes: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (-) not available. |
The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and rating-comparisons among cameras that span long time periods or concern very differently equipped models make little sense. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.
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Specifications: Canon G5 X Mark II vs Ricoh GR
Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.
Camera Model | Canon G5 X Mark II | Ricoh GR |
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Camera Type | Fixed lens compact camera | Fixed lens compact camera |
Camera Lens | 24-120mm f/1.8-2.8 | 28mm f/2.8 |
Launch Date | July 2019 | April 2013 |
Launch Price | USD 899 | USD 799 |
Sensor Specs | Canon G5 X Mark II | Ricoh GR |
Sensor Technology | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | 1" Sensor | APS-C Sensor |
Sensor Size | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 23.7 x 15.6 mm |
Sensor Area | 116.16 mm2 | 369.72 mm2 |
Sensor Diagonal | 15.9 mm | 28.4 mm |
Crop Factor | 2.7x | 1.5x |
Sensor Resolution | 20 Megapixels | 16.1 Megapixels |
Image Resolution | 5472 x 3648 pixels | 4928 x 3264 pixels |
Pixel Pitch | 2.41 μm | 4.79 μm |
Pixel Density | 17.18 MP/cm2 | 4.35 MP/cm2 |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | no AA filter |
Movie Capability | 4K/30p Video | 1080/30p Video |
ISO Setting | 125-12800 ISO | 100-25600 ISO |
ISO Boost | 125-25600 ISO | no Enhancement |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | .. | 78 |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | .. | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | .. | 13.5 |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | .. | 972 |
Screen Specs | Canon G5 X Mark II | Ricoh GR |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder | Viewfinder optional |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | ..x | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360k dots | |
LCD Framing | Live View | Live View |
Rear LCD Size | 3.0 inch | 3.0 inch |
LCD Resolution | 1040k dots | 1230k dots |
LCD Attachment | Tilting screen | Fixed screen |
Touch Input | Touchscreen | no Touchscreen |
Shooting Specs | Canon G5 X Mark II | Ricoh GR |
Autofocus System | Contrast-detect AF | Contrast-detect AF |
Manual Focusing Aid | Focus Peaking | No Peaking Feature |
Continuous Shooting | 30 shutter flaps/s | 4 shutter flaps/s |
Electronic Shutter | up to 1/25600s | no E-Shutter |
Time-Lapse Photography | Intervalometer built-in | Intervalometer built-in |
Fill Flash | Build-in Flash | Build-in Flash |
Storage Medium | SDXC cards | SDXC cards |
Second Storage Option | Single card slot | Single card slot |
UHS card support | UHS-I | UHS-I |
Connectivity Specs | Canon G5 X Mark II | Ricoh GR |
External Flash | no Hotshoe | Hotshoe |
USB Connector | USB 3.1 | USB 2.0 |
HDMI Port | micro HDMI | micro HDMI |
Wifi Support | Wifi built-in | no Wifi |
Bluetooth Support | Bluetooth built-in | no Bluetooth |
Body Specs | Canon G5 X Mark II | Ricoh GR |
Battery Type | NB-13L | DB65 |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 230 shots per charge | 290 shots per charge |
In-Camera Charging | USB charging | USB charging |
Body Dimensions |
111 x 61 x 46 mm (4.4 x 2.4 x 1.8 in) |
117 x 61 x 35 mm (4.6 x 2.4 x 1.4 in) |
Camera Weight | 340 g (12.0 oz) | 245 g (8.6 oz) |
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