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
Ricoh
GR III
Street photography icon with 24.24MP APS-C, 28mm equivalent GR lens, 3-axis SR, and snap-focus in a pocket body.
$899
Launch priceReleased Mar 2019
GR III is 3.8 years newer.
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Wins
GR II
Wins
GR III
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR III has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- BGR III has higher 1080p max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- AGR II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (320 shots vs 200 shots)
- BGR III has higher Resolution (24.24 MP vs 16.2 MP)
- AGR II has lower Weight (251 g vs 257 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGR II
117 × 63 × 35 mm
251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GR III
109 × 62 × 33 mm
257 g (0.57 lb / 9.07 oz)
GR II is 8mm wider, 1mm taller, and 2mm thicker than GR III.
GR II is 6 g lighter than GR III.
Depth (front-to-back): 35mm GR II · 33mm GR III
Sensor size, to scale
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
GR III
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
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
GR II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 117, 62.8, 34.7
Battery life (CIPA)
320 shots vs 200 shots — higher is better
Weight
251 g vs 257 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
GR III
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.9, 33.2
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only GR III supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Eye
1080p max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GR III supports it
Touchscreen
Only GR III supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 4 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 4 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GR II
Pros
- ✓APS-C sensor
- ✓28mm GR lens
- ✓Built-in flash
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –Older 16MP sensor
- –No IBIS
- –Fixed lens
GR III
Pros
- ✓Pocketable APS-C
- ✓28mm equivalent GR lens
- ✓3-axis sensor-shift SR
- ✓Snap focus street shooting
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No built-in EVF
- –Full HD video only
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, GR II or GR III?
GR III scores 6.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for GR II — 24.24MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the GR II and GR III?
GR II is 16.2 MP and GR III is 24.24 MP, so the GR III captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GR II and GR III have in-body image stabilization?
GR II does not have IBIS, while GR III has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GR II or the GR III?
GR II reaches 4 fps electronic. GR III reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GR II and GR III?
GR II weighs 251 g and GR III weighs 257 g, so the GR II is 6 g lighter.
Do the GR II and GR III record 4K video?
GR II: 4K up to 60p. GR III: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GR II and GR III weather sealed?
GR II: No. GR III: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the GR II and 200 shots for the GR III, giving the GR II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GR II launched at $799 and GR III at $899. The GR II is $100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.