Ricoh GR III vs Samsung TL220

Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh GR III and Samsung TL220, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the GR III (24MP) and TL220 (12MP) and the GR III (APS-C) and TL220 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The GR III was introduced 9 years after the TL220 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GR III scores against the TL220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR III & Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR III provides 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) whilst the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR III and Samsung TL220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the GR III vs the TL220.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GR III and TL220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GR III and TL220.

Plainly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GR III with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh GR III will show greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher GR III should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.