Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Leica X-U and Ricoh GR II side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica X-U has external dimensions of 140 x 79 x 88 mm (5.51 x 3.11 x 3.46″) and weighs 635 g (1.40 lb / 22.40 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh GR II has external dimensions of 111.7 x 61 x 34.7 mm (4.61 x 3.27 x 1.38″) and weighs 251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica X-U and the Ricoh GR II. Ricoh GR II is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 28mm narrower, 18mm shorter and 53mm thinner than Leica X-U.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica X-U and Ricoh GR II.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica X-U and Ricoh GR II.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh GR II is significantly lighter (384g ) than the Leica X-U which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the X-U, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the GR II.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica X-U and Ricoh GR II's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Leica X-U sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Ricoh GR II's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to X-U.