Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung TL500

Let's examine more closely at the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The GR Digital IV was launched 15 months later than the TL500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GR Digital IV grades against the TL500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung TL500. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV offers external dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung TL500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the GR Digital IV against the TL500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GR Digital IV and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GR Digital IV and TL500.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent GR Digital IV should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.