Ricoh GR vs Samsung PL200

Here is a extensive review of the Ricoh GR and Samsung PL200, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very comparable but the GR (APS-C) and PL200 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The GR was announced 2 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the GR grades vs the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR has outside dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR and Samsung PL200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR vs the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and PL200 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and PL200.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GR having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR will show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger GR should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.