Ricoh GR II vs Samsung PL170

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung PL170, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is very similar but the GR II (APS-C) and PL170 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The GR II was unveiled 4 years later than the PL170 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GR II scores vs the PL170 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR II and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II has got outside dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR II and the PL170.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and PL170 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and PL170.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor measurements. The GR II provides the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier. The more recent GR II provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.