Ricoh GR vs Samsung HZ50W

Lets take a more detailed look at the Ricoh GR versus Samsung HZ50W, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty close but the GR (APS-C) and HZ50W (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The GR was introduced 3 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GR matches up versus the HZ50W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR & Samsung HZ50W. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh GR features outer measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR versus Samsung HZ50W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the GR against the HZ50W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR and HZ50W is 90 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and HZ50W.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Ricoh GR will result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent GR is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.