Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W
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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
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- 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
- Released June 2015
- Succeeded the Ricoh GR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5500
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very well matched but the GR II (APS-C) and HZ50W (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GR II was revealed 5 years after the HZ50W which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the GR II matches up versus the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR II & Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Samsung HZ50W
GR II | HZ50W | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | May 2010 | Newer by 63 months | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Ricoh GR II
HZ50W | GR II |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR II and Samsung HZ50W
GR II | HZ50W | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR II provides outside dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the GR II against the HZ50W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GR II and HZ50W is 89 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and HZ50W.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR II with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Ricoh GR II will give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher GR II provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Ricoh GR II | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh GR II | Samsung HZ50W |
Other name | - | WB5500 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-06-17 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | GR Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 300 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 lbs) | 426g (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB-65 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $250 |