Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung PL200

Here is a extended analysis of the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and PL200 (14MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and PL200 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GR Digital IV was introduced 15 months later than the PL200 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GR Digital IV grades against the PL200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV features physical dimensions 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 PL200 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung PL200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR Digital IV vs the PL200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GR Digital IV and PL200 is 92 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR Digital IV and PL200.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung PL200 will provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GR Digital IV will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.