Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80

Its time to examine more closely at the Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the GR (APS-C) and CL80 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The GR was launched 3 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the GR scores versus the CL80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR & Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR enjoys physical measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the GR compared to the CL80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GR and CL80 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and CL80.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GR featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Ricoh GR will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger GR is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.