Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102
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![Ricoh GR Digital IV front Ricoh GR Digital IV front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-GR-Digital-IV/Ricoh-GR-Digital-IV-front.jpg)
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Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed September 2011
- Superseded the Ricoh GR Digital III
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is ES55
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Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is fairly similar but the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and SL102 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.
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The GR Digital IV was unveiled 2 years after the SL102 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the GR Digital IV scores versus the SL102 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital IV & Samsung SL102. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR Digital IV over the Samsung SL102
GR Digital IV | SL102 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 33 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Ricoh GR Digital IV
SL102 | GR Digital IV |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung SL102
GR Digital IV | SL102 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR Digital IV offers exterior dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GR Digital IV and the SL102.
![Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 size comparison Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-GR-Digital-IV-vs-Samsung-SL102-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR Digital IV and SL102 is 92 and 96 respectively.
![Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 top view buttons comparison Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-GR-Digital-IV-vs-Samsung-SL102-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GR Digital IV and SL102.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The GR Digital IV comes with the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more modern GR Digital IV should have a benefit in sensor tech.
![Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 sensor size comparison Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-GR-Digital-IV-vs-Samsung-SL102-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-GR-Digital-IV-vs-Samsung-SL102-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Ricoh GR Digital IV | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GR Digital IV | Samsung SL102 |
Also Known as | - | ES55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-09-15 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 59 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB65 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $599 | $130 |