Ricoh GR vs Samsung HZ15W

On this page, we will be comparing the Ricoh GR and Samsung HZ15W, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the GR (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) and the GR (APS-C) and HZ15W (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The GR was announced 4 years after the HZ15W which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GR scores vs the HZ15W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR & Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR enjoys exterior dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR vs the HZ15W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and HZ15W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and HZ15W.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GR using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Ricoh GR will offer you more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer GR should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.