Ricoh GR Digital III vs Samsung TL100

Its time to examine more in depth at the Ricoh GR Digital III and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR Digital III (10MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the GR Digital III (1/1.7") and TL100 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The GR Digital III was introduced 7 months later than the TL100 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GR Digital III grades versus the TL100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital III & Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR Digital III features exterior dimensions 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 TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the GR Digital III compared to the TL100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR Digital III and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR Digital III and TL100.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital III with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung TL100 will show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern GR Digital III should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.