Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W
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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
- Announced June 2015
- Succeeded the Ricoh GR
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Ricoh GR II and Samsung HZ30W, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the GR II (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) and the GR II (APS-C) and HZ30W (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GR II was introduced 5 years after the HZ30W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GR II scores vs the HZ30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR II & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Samsung HZ30W
GR II | HZ30W | |||
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Launched | June 2015 | January 2010 | Newer by 66 months | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Ricoh GR II
HZ30W | GR II |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR II and Samsung HZ30W
GR II | HZ30W | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh GR II features external dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the Ricoh GR II and Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the GR II versus the HZ30W.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and HZ30W is 89 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and HZ30W.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GR II having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh GR II will provide more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer GR II provides an advantage in sensor tech.
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Ricoh GR II | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh GR II | Samsung HZ30W |
Alternate name | - | WB600 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-06-17 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | GR Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 300s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251g (0.55 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1078 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB-65 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $280 |