Ricoh GR II vs Samsung WB800F

Lets examine more closely at the Ricoh GR II versus Samsung WB800F, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GR II (APS-C) and WB800F (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The GR II was introduced 2 years after the WB800F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the GR II grades vs the WB800F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR II and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II offers outer measurements 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 WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR II versus Samsung WB800F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GR II against the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and WB800F is 89 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR II and WB800F.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The GR II has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The fresher GR II should have an advantage in sensor tech.