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 Monochrome
Monochrome-only GR IV with 25.74MP APS-C sensor, red filter mode, 5-axis SR, and classic 28mm pocket street-camera design.
$1,699
Released Jan 2026
GR IV Monochrome is 10.6 years newer.
Wins
GR II
Wins
GR IV Monochrome
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IV Monochrome has higher ISO max (native) (409,600 vs 25,600)
- AGR II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 160)
- BGR IV Monochrome 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 Monochrome
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 Monochrome.
GR II is 11 g lighter than GR IV Monochrome.
Depth (front-to-back): 35mm GR II · 33mm GR IV Monochrome
Sensor size, to scale
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
GR IV Monochrome
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
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
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 Monochrome
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 32.7
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
409,600 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only GR IV Monochrome supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Eye
Codecs
Adds MOV
In-body stabilization
Only GR IV Monochrome supports it
Touchscreen
Only GR IV Monochrome supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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 Monochrome
Pros
- ✓Monochrome APS-C sensor
- ✓ISO 160-409600
- ✓5-axis SR
- ✓Red filter mode
Cons
- –Black-and-white only
- –Fixed lens
- –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 Monochrome?
GR IV Monochrome 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 Monochrome?
GR II is 16.2 MP and GR IV Monochrome is 25.74 MP, so the GR IV Monochrome captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GR II and GR IV Monochrome have in-body image stabilization?
GR II does not have IBIS, while gR IV Monochrome has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GR II or the GR IV Monochrome?
GR II reaches 4 fps electronic. GR IV Monochrome reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GR II and GR IV Monochrome?
GR II weighs 251 g and GR IV Monochrome weighs 262 g, so the GR II is 11 g lighter.
Do the GR II and GR IV Monochrome record 4K video?
GR II: 4K up to 60p. GR IV Monochrome: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GR II and GR IV Monochrome weather sealed?
GR II: No. GR IV Monochrome: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the GR II and 250 shots for the GR IV Monochrome, giving the GR II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GR II launched at $799 and GR IV Monochrome at $1,699. The GR II is $900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.