Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung CL5

Following is a extended analysis of the Ricoh GR Digital IV versus Samsung CL5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and the CL5 (9MP) is relatively close but the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and CL5 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The GR Digital IV was brought out 2 years after the CL5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR Digital IV being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GR Digital IV grades vs the CL5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Samsung CL5. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Samsung CL5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR Digital IV enjoys outside measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung CL5 has proportions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the GR Digital IV vs the CL5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GR Digital IV and CL5 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GR Digital IV and CL5.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GR Digital IV due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR Digital IV will render greater detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher GR Digital IV will have an edge in sensor innovation.