Ricoh GR III vs Samsung ST700

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh GR III versus Samsung ST700, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the GR III (24MP) and ST700 (16MP) and the GR III (APS-C) and ST700 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The GR III was launched 7 years later than the ST700 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GR III matches up against the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR III & Samsung ST700. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR III enjoys outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR III versus Samsung ST700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the GR III compared to the ST700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR III and ST700 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR III and ST700.

To sum up, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GR III due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR III will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern GR III is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.