Clicky

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
47
Overall
39
Ricoh GR Digital IV front
 
Samsung DV150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
29
Overall
35

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs

Ricoh GR Digital IV
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28mm (F1.9) lens
  • 190g - 109 x 59 x 33mm
  • Launched September 2011
  • Old Model is Ricoh GR Digital III
Samsung DV150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
  • Released January 2013
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and DV150F (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

The GR Digital IV was launched 16 months before the DV150F making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GR Digital IV scores vs the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras
	
	

Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital IV over the Samsung DV150F

 GR Digital IV DV150F 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1230k460kCrisper display (+770k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Ricoh GR Digital IV

 DV150F GR Digital IV 
ReleasedJanuary 2013September 2011More modern by 16 months
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung DV150F

 GR Digital IV DV150F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV enjoys external dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the GR Digital IV against the DV150F.

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR Digital IV and DV150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GR Digital IV and DV150F.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GR Digital IV due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung DV150F will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GR Digital IV will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F sensor size comparison

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh GR Digital IV
Portrait photography with Samsung DV150F
41
you can focus manually
supports RAW files
low MP (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/1.7")
35
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Ricoh GR Digital IV Street photography highlights
Samsung DV150F Street photography highlights
65
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/1.7")
56
lighter than competition (116g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Sports Comparison

Ricoh GR Digital IV Sports photography info
Samsung DV150F Sports photography info
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
great battery pack (390 shots)
can't change focal length (28mm)
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor (1/1.7")
has no phase detect auto focus
36
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Ricoh GR Digital IV as a Travel photography camera
Samsung DV150F as a Travel photography camera
67
great battery pack (390 per charge)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f1.9)
low MP (10MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
69
lighter than competition (116 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.5)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GR Digital IV as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung DV150F as a Landscape photography camera
53
you can focus manually
fast max aperture (f1.9)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW files
great battery pack (390 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
low MP (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/1.7")
34
really wide (25mm)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GR Digital IV Vlogging features
Samsung DV150F Vlogging features
29
fast max aperture (f1.9)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
32
really wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
offers face detection focus
lighter than competition (116 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic jack
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung DV150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung DV150F
 Ricoh GR Digital IVSamsung DV150F
General Information
Brand Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh GR Digital IV Samsung DV150F
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-09-15 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 -
Highest resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/1.9 f/2.5-6.3
Macro focus range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 4.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 1,230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (optional) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190 grams (0.42 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 109 x 59 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 390 pictures -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model DB65 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $599 $150