Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Ricoh
GR II
Classic APS-C GR with 16.2MP sensor, 28mm equivalent lens, built-in flash, Wi-Fi, and snap-focus street ergonomics.
$799
Launch priceReleased Jun 2015
EOS R7 is 6.9 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
GR II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 4 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher RAW buffer depth (42 frames vs 10 frames)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 4 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (100 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GR II
117 × 63 × 35 mm
251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz)
EOS R7 is 15mm wider, 28mm taller, and 57mm thicker than GR II.
EOS R7 is 361 g heavier than GR II.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 35mm GR II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
GR II
117 × 63 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
GR II
117 × 35 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R7
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
GR II: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R7
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
42 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
100 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GR II
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 117, 62.8, 34.7
Weight
251 g vs 612 g — lower is better
Card types
Adds SDXC UHS-I
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
GR II
Pros
- ✓APS-C sensor
- ✓28mm GR lens
- ✓Built-in flash
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –Older 16MP sensor
- –No IBIS
- –Fixed lens
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R7 or GR II?
EOS R7 scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for GR II — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and GR II?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and GR II is 16.2 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and GR II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while GR II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the GR II?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. GR II reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and GR II?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and GR II weighs 251 g, so the GR II is 361 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and GR II record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. GR II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and GR II weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. GR II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 320 shots for the GR II, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and GR II at $799. The GR II is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Ricoh press materials.