Ricoh GR II vs Samsung ST6500

Here, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GR II and Samsung ST6500, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively close but the GR II (APS-C) and ST6500 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GR II was introduced 4 years after the ST6500 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GR II grades versus the ST6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR II & Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR II enjoys exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the GR II compared to the ST6500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and ST6500 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR II and ST6500.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GR II comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more modern GR II is going to have an edge in sensor technology.