Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80
90 Imaging
57 Features
54 Overall
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95 Imaging
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Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Replacement is Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as ST5500
Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80 Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Samsung CL80
GR | CL80 | |||
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Released | April 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 40 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Ricoh GR
CL80 | GR | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GR and Samsung CL80
GR | CL80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Ricoh GR vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Ricoh GR | Samsung CL80 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GR | Samsung CL80 |
Also called as | - | ST5500 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-04-17 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.7" |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 300 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 lb) | 160g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB65 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $971 | $400 |