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 IVx
40mm-equivalent GR IV sibling with a newly designed 26.1mm f/2.8 lens, 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 5-axis SR, 4K video, 53GB internal storage, and pocket street-camera handling. Winter 2026 planned.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Dec 2026
GR IVx is 11.4 years newer.
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Wins
GR II
Wins
GR IVx
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IVx has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 25,600)
- AGR II has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BGR IVx has higher 1080p max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BGR IVx has higher Resolution (25.74 MP vs 16.2 MP)
- AGR II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (320 shots vs 250 shots)
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 IVx
109 × 61 × 33 mm
265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz)
GR II is 8mm wider, 2mm taller, and 1mm thicker than GR IVx.
GR II is 14 g lighter than GR IVx.
Depth (front-to-back): 35mm GR II · 33mm GR IVx
Sensor size, to scale
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
GR IVx
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
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
320 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Weight
251 g vs 265 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
GR IVx
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 33.4
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only GR IVx 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 IVx supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 4 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 4 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓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 IVx
Pros
- ✓New 26.1mm f/2.8 GR lens (40mm equiv.)
- ✓GR IV 25.74MP APS-C + 5-axis SR
- ✓4K 30p/24p and 53GB built-in storage
- ✓Snap focus, 50/71mm crops, 2-stop ND
- ✓Pocketable 265g body
Cons
- –Price not yet announced (listed at GR IV $1,499)
- –Winter 2026 or later — still in development as of Aug 2026
- –No built-in EVF
- –Fixed 40mm-equiv. lens
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 IVx?
GR IVx 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 IVx?
GR II is 16.2 MP and GR IVx is 25.74 MP, so the GR IVx captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GR II and GR IVx have in-body image stabilization?
GR II does not have IBIS, while GR IVx has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GR II or the GR IVx?
GR II reaches 4 fps electronic. GR IVx reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GR II and GR IVx?
GR II weighs 251 g and GR IVx weighs 265 g, so the GR II is 14 g lighter.
Do the GR II and GR IVx record 4K video?
GR II: 4K up to 60p. GR IVx: 4K up to 30p.
Are the GR II and GR IVx weather sealed?
GR II: No. GR IVx: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the GR II and 250 shots for the GR IVx, giving the GR II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GR II launched at $799 and GR IVx at $1,499. The GR II is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Ricoh press materials.