Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Here is a extended comparison of the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The GR Digital IV was announced 11 months before the Galaxy Camera 4G and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GR Digital IV grades against the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV provides exterior 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) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GR Digital IV against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital IV and Galaxy Camera 4G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR Digital IV and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will result in more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older GR Digital IV will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.