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
Released Jun 2015
Ricoh
GR IV
Latest GR with 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 28mm equivalent lens, 5-axis SR, 53GB internal memory, and pocket street-camera handling.
$1,499
Released Jan 2026
GR IV is 10.5 years newer.
Wins
GR II
Wins
GR IV
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IV has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 25,600)
- BGR IV has higher Resolution (25.74 MP vs 16.2 MP)
- AGR II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (320 shots vs 250 shots)
- AGR II has lower Weight (251 g vs 262 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GR II
117 × 63 × 35 mm
251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz)
GR IV
109 × 61 × 33 mm
262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)
GR II is 8mm wider, 2mm taller, and 2mm thicker than GR IV.
GR II is 11 g lighter than GR IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 35mm GR II · 33mm GR IV
Sensor size, to scale
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
GR IV
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 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
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC UHS-I
Battery life (CIPA)
320 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Weight
251 g vs 262 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
GR IV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 32.7
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only GR IV supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Eye
Codecs
Adds MOV
In-body stabilization
Only GR IV supports it
Touchscreen
Only GR IV 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 IV
Pros
- ✓25.74MP APS-C sensor
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift SR
- ✓53GB internal memory
- ✓Pocketable 28mm GR lens
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No built-in EVF
- –Full HD video only
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, GR II or GR IV?
GR IV scores 6.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for GR II — 25.74MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the GR II and GR IV?
GR II is 16.2 MP and GR IV is 25.74 MP, so the GR IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GR II and GR IV have in-body image stabilization?
GR II does not have IBIS, while gR IV has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GR II or the GR IV?
GR II reaches 4 fps electronic. GR IV reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GR II and GR IV?
GR II weighs 251 g and GR IV weighs 262 g, so the GR II is 11 g lighter.
Do the GR II and GR IV record 4K video?
GR II: 4K up to 60p. GR IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GR II and GR IV weather sealed?
GR II: No. GR IV: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the GR II and 250 shots for the GR IV, giving the GR II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GR II launched at $799 and GR IV at $1,499. The GR II is $700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.