Ricoh GR Digital III vs Samsung HZ25W

The following is a thorough comparison of the Ricoh GR Digital III vs Samsung HZ25W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR Digital III (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively similar but the GR Digital III (1/1.7") and HZ25W (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The GR Digital III was revealed 11 months prior to the HZ25W so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the GR Digital III grades vs the HZ25W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR Digital III & Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR Digital III has physical measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the GR Digital III and the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital III and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GR Digital III and HZ25W.

To sum up, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GR Digital III having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung HZ25W will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GR Digital III is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.