Ricoh GR Digital III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh GR Digital III versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the GR Digital III (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the GR Digital III (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The GR Digital III was released 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GR Digital III scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR Digital III and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR Digital III features outer measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GR Digital III versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GR Digital III and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR Digital III and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR Digital III and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GR Digital III due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged GR Digital III will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.