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 IV HDF
GR IV variant with built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter for softer rendering and the same 25.74MP APS-C pocket platform.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Jan 2026
GR IV HDF is 10.5 years newer.
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Wins
GR II
Wins
GR IV HDF
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IV HDF has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 25,600)
- BGR IV HDF 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
📸 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 IV HDF
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 HDF.
GR II is 11 g lighter than GR IV HDF.
Depth (front-to-back): 35mm GR II · 33mm GR IV HDF
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GR II
117 × 63 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV HDF
109 × 61 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
GR II
117 × 35 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IV HDF
109 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
GR IV HDF
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 HDF
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 HDF supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Eye
Codecs
Adds MOV
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GR IV HDF supports it
Touchscreen
Only GR IV HDF 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 HDF
Pros
- ✓Built-in HDF effect
- ✓25.74MP APS-C sensor
- ✓5-axis SR
- ✓53GB internal memory
Cons
- –No ND filter
- –Fixed lens
- –Full HD video only
Decided which one is right for you?
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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 IV HDF?
GR IV HDF 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 HDF?
GR II is 16.2 MP and GR IV HDF is 25.74 MP, so the GR IV HDF captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GR II and GR IV HDF have in-body image stabilization?
GR II does not have IBIS, while GR IV HDF has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GR II or the GR IV HDF?
GR II reaches 4 fps electronic. GR IV HDF reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GR II and GR IV HDF?
GR II weighs 251 g and GR IV HDF weighs 262 g, so the GR II is 11 g lighter.
Do the GR II and GR IV HDF record 4K video?
GR II: 4K up to 60p. GR IV HDF: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GR II and GR IV HDF weather sealed?
GR II: No. GR IV HDF: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the GR II and 250 shots for the GR IV HDF, giving the GR II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GR II launched at $799 and GR IV HDF at $1,599. The GR II is $800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Ricoh press materials.