Ricoh GR III vs Samsung WB150F

Here is a extensive comparison of the Ricoh GR III versus Samsung WB150F, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the GR III (24MP) and WB150F (14MP) and the GR III (APS-C) and WB150F (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The GR III was introduced 6 years later than the WB150F and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the GR III grades versus the WB150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR III & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR III enjoys physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR III versus Samsung WB150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the GR III and the WB150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR III and WB150F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GR III and WB150F.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR III with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Ricoh GR III will produce extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern GR III should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.