Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung WB350F

The following is a complete comparison of the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung WB350F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and WB350F (16MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and WB350F (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The GR Digital IV was announced 3 years prior to the WB350F which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GR Digital IV scores against the WB350F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV enjoys outer 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) whilst the Samsung WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung WB350F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GR Digital IV vs the WB350F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GR Digital IV and WB350F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GR Digital IV and WB350F.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR Digital IV with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung WB350F will offer more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged GR Digital IV is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.