Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F
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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
- Revealed June 2015
- Superseded the Ricoh GR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty comparable but the GR II (APS-C) and WB250F (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

The GR II was revealed 2 years after the WB250F which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the GR II scores against the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR II & Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Samsung WB250F
GR II | WB250F | |||
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Announced | June 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+770k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Ricoh GR II
WB250F | GR II | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GR II and Samsung WB250F
GR II | WB250F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II features physical 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 WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GR II and the WB250F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR II and WB250F is 89 and 93 respectively.

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and WB250F.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GR II using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Ricoh GR II will show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern GR II provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Ricoh GR II | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GR II | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-06-17 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | GR Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 300s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 251g (0.55 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1078 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $250 |